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Utility Bill Emergency Assistance offered at Seattle Public Utilities

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Resource Name:Utility Bill Emergency Assistance offered at Seattle Public Utilities

address

700 5th Avenue, Seattle Municipal Tower, Fourth Floor Counter, Seattle, WA 98104

Call King County Metro at (206) 553-3000 or visit http://tripplanner.kingcounty.gov/ for public transit information.

Eligibility

Eligibility based on household income, household size, current utility bill status, and verified financial need. Because requirements can vary and may change over time, please visit our website for the most up‑to‑date information about eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Hours

M-F, 7:30am-6pm.
(206) 684-3000

Voice

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Customer Care for Seattle Public Utilities and Seattle City Light

Application process

Call and speak to the Residential Services Team for review of qualifications.

Fees

None.

Service area

98107 98119 98121 98118 98122 98199 98198 98195 98191 98190 98188 98185 98124 98181 98178 98145 98125 98126 98129 98117 98177 98170 98174 98134 98171 98144 98131 98166 98112 98136 98102 98103 98155 98154 98132 98104 98105 98151 98148 98133 98146 98106 98108 98109 98111 98113 98138 98114 98116 98115 98164 98161 98160 98101 98158

Other Information

Focus Population

  • General

Languages

  • Interpreter services
Provides support to households experiencing financial hardship and difficulty paying their utility bills. The program is designed to help maintain safe, reliable access to essential services such as electricity, water, gas, and heating. Assistance may include payment support, flexible payment arrangements, or referrals to additional community resources.

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Providing organization

Seattle Public Utilities
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is the city agency that provides Seattle with clean drinking water, manages sewage and stormwater, and handles garbage, recycling, and compost for more than a million people. SPU’s three lines of business are drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and solid waste, ensuring essential services that protect public health and the environment. The utility also offers assistance programs to help customers stay connected, including discounted bills, emergency financial help, and flexible payment plans.