Seattle Home Fair
Get Expert Help at the Seattle Home Fair
Have a project you’re stuck on? Need some guidance on renting? Want to know what’s going on in your community? Ask an expert for free at the Seattle Home Fair on October 24 at the Rainier Beach Community Center! Connect face-to-face with City experts who can guide you through permits, inspections, code requirements, rental housing rules, and more.
What You Can Expect
Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, landlord, or planning your first project, you’ll find practical information and helpful people ready to answer your questions:
- Ask building experts about construction codes and when you need a subject-to-field inspection.
- Learn more about what you can do to retrofit your home against earthquake damage.
- Discover what’s now required for a legal rent increase in Seattle.
With more than 20 areas of expertise and over 3 hours of live learning sessions, the Home Fair is your chance to learn how to work within City processes and achieve your project goals.
RSVP and Stay Updated
You won’t want to miss out. RSVP to stay up-to-date when the lecture schedule is released. This free event is too good to miss, and yes, it’s really free!
Learning Sessions
The learning session schedule will be available soon. In the meantime, view our past sessions below.
Past Home Fair Presentation Recordings
- Earthquake retrofit - Own a home built before the ‘80s? Learn how to get it earthquake-ready in our retrofit session.
- Seattle Tree Code - Learn about Seattle’s tree regulations, plus get resources and contacts for tree inspection, permits, and maintenance.
- How Does the Code Impact You and Our Community? - Learn the basics of housing codes, RRIO, and property standards.
- Seattle City Light Residential Programs - Learn about the simple and affordable things you can do now to increase renewable energy in our region.
- Rent Stabilization - Rent rules are changing; learn what’s legally required to raise rent, give notice, and meet service requirements.
Want Updates on Future Events?
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We look forward to seeing you at the next Home Fair!