King County Housing Repair, Emergency Grant

King County Dept. of Community & Human Services

Active Home Repair

About This Program

King County's Emergency Grant program provides up to $9,000 in non-repayable grants for owner-occupied homes with urgent or life-threatening repair conditions. Income must be at or below 50% of King County median income, with an asset limit of $20,000 (excluding home equity; waived for people with disabilities). The program serves homeowners in King County outside Seattle, Bellevue, Federal Way, Kent, and Auburn.

Emergency grants average $5,000-$9,000 for single critical systems such as failed heating or severe electrical hazards.

Key Details

  • No repayment required, true grant
  • Up to $9,000 for urgent or life-threatening conditions
  • Income must be at or below 50% King County median
  • Asset limit $20,000 (excluding home equity; waived for disabled)
  • Call 206-263-9095 Mon-Fri 8am-3pm

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling

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