Utilities
Utility Discount Program
The Utility Discount Program (UDP) offers eligible customers a 60% discount on their Seattle City Light bill and a 50% discount on their Seattle Public Utilities bill.
Seattle City Light
On average, recipients save:
$100 / Month
To apply, it may take you about:
2 Hours
The average response time is about:
4 to 6 Weeks
How it works
Step 1: Check your eligibility for UDP using the 2018 Eligibility Requirements below.
Step 2: Complete your UDP application (see “How to Apply” for an application form).
Step 3: Mail your application to: Utility Discount Program
Step 4: UDP will contact you to complete the application process.
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You are the homeowner or renter; if a landlord pays all utilities, qualifying low-income tenants may still be eligible for utility financial help.
You have a Seattle City Light and/or Seattle Public Utilities bill in your name.
Your total household income in the one-month prior to applying matches the table below:
| col-1-header | col-3-header |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2812 |
| 2 | $3677 |
| 3 | $4542 |
| 4 | $5407 |
| 5 | $6272 |
| 6 | $7137 |
| 7 | $7299 |
| 8 | $7462 |
| 9 | $7624 |
| 10 | $7786 |
Stuff you'll need
Income documentation for everyone 18 years and older living in your household
Identification for everyone 18 years and older living in your household
Questions?
Call: (206) 684-0268
How to apply
You can apply for the Utility Discount Program in-person or by mail by filling out the online application form first. If you need staff assistance, walk-in hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00-10:00 am and 1:30-3:30 pm, except holidays. If you don't need staff assistance, completed applications can be dropped off Monday to Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm.
Printable application form:
Apply by email:
UDP@seattle.gov
Apply by mail:
Utility Discount Program - 810 3rd Ave, Suite 440
Seattle, WA 98104
Apply by phone:
(206) 684-0268
Apply in-person
Apply in person at Utility Discount Program, 810 3rd Ave, Suite #440, Seattle, WA 98104. If you need staff assistance, walk-in hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00-10:00 am and 1:30-3:30 pm, except holidays. If you don't need staff assistance, completed applications can be dropped off Monday to Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm.
Apply by fax:
(206) 621-5012