It is possible to keep your housing support and move to an area outside of HASCO’s coverage area. This is called portability, meaning you transfer or “port” your rent support to a new Public Housing Agency (PHA). Anywhere outside of Snohomish County is outside of HASCO’s coverage area.
Planning ahead is important. We recommend you contact us at least two (2) months before you want to move.
Contact housing@hasco.org about when and where you wish to move.
HASCO will confirm that you are moving within the rules of your existing lease agreement and qualify for continued rent support
HASCO sends the necessary paperwork to the new PHA, often called the receiving PHA, so the receiving PHA can issue vouchers to your new landlord.
The receiving PHA may require you to reapply for support in their coverage area.
Your support may change from the level you receive through HASCO; the number of bedrooms and rent amount will be based on the receiving PHA’s standards.
You must give notice of your planned move-out to your current landlord according to your lease agreement. You must also complete the Portability Request Form. Find this document on the Forms & Documents page.
Port Request Form
