For the most up-to-date evacuation information, visit the Spokane County Emergency Management evacuation map

City Services FAQs

Solid Waste

How do I get my solid waste cart replaced that was damaged in the fire?

Solid Waste cart replacements can be submitted online at Spokane311.org by submitting a Start or Change request and indicating your cart is missing or broken, or by calling 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

How do I stop/pause my Solid Waste Services as my home was damaged/destroyed in the fire?

Solid Waste services can be canceled or paused by submitting a Stop or Pause Service Request online at Spokane311.org. Please indicate in your request that services need to be stopped/paused due to the fire. Or call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Can I get credit on my garbage services since I haven't been able to occupy my home, or my home was destroyed during the fire?

Your solid waste service can be stopped/paused due to the fire impacts until you are able to occupy or rebuild your home. You can stop or pause services by submitting a Stop or Pause Service Request online at Spokane311.org. Please indicate in your request that services need to be stopped/paused due to the fire. Or call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Do I have to pay for a missing/destroyed Solid Waste cart?

No, customers in the fire-impacted areas will not be charged any replacement cart fees.

Will my Solid Waste Collection continue while the evacuation orders are in place?

Customers in level 3 evacuation zones on their collection day will not have services collected. Residents will be able to put out extra bags at no charge once evacuation levels are downgraded. Customers in level 1 and 2 areas are on the normal schedule. Customers should not place any fire debris items in their collection carts. Refer to our Fire Debris Disposal page for more information.

Can I place fire-damaged items in my collection carts?

No. Refer to our Fire Debris Disposal page for more information.

Utility Billing (Water/Wastewater)

How can I stop my water/sewer/garbage bill after my home was destroyed?

Call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and one of our Customer Service Specialists would be happy to assist you.

Will I still get billed for my water/sewer if my home has been destroyed?

Once you have notified us that your home is uninhabitable, some of the service charges can be removed. Please call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and we can review any updates to your service charges on your account and ensure that the property is flagged as uninhabitable in our billing system.

How can I turn off my water?

Requests to turn off water can be submitted online at Spokane311.org. Please indicate in your request that services need to be stopped/paused due to the fire. Or call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

How do I report that the sewer is backing up?

Call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., or 509.625.7900 after hours.

Can I get credit on my water/sewer bill since I haven't been able to occupy my home, or it was destroyed during the fire?

Please call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and we'll submit a request for your account to be reviewed.

When will my water be restored?

The City is still assessing the damages through the impacted areas, and each property may be different based on the potential damage to the infrastructure. We will update all impacted customers as soon as we have an idea of the timeline.

When will my water meter be able to be replaced?

The City is still assessing the damages through the impacted areas, and each property may be different based on the potential damage to the infrastructure. We will update all impacted customers as soon as we have an idea of the timeline.

Where can I get water until my water can be restored?

We can set you up with a Fill Station account, which will allow you to use portal containers for household water until your water services can be restored. To set up a Fill Station account, please call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

What is going to happen with my water bill?

Once you have notified us that your home is uninhabitable, some of the service charges can be removed. Please call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and we can review any updates to your service charges on your account and ensure that the property is flagged as uninhabitable in our billing system.

Water has been running, gushing, at my property since it was destroyed; will I be billed for this water usage?

Once you have notified us that your home is uninhabitable, some of the service charges can be removed. Please call 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and we can review any updates to your charges on your account and ensure that the property is flagged as uninhabitable in our billing system.

How do I change the mailing address for my bill after my home was destroyed?

Address changes can be submitted online at Spokane311.org by submitting a Name/Address Change Request or by calling 3-1-1 Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Is the water safe to drink in the heavily impacted fire areas?

The City's Water Department is proactively testing water quality in these areas and will immediately notify the public if there are concerns or actions to take.

Streets

When will street debris be removed from the street?

If debris has been left in the right-of-way by emergency responders, please contact 3-1-1 to report a street hazard.

What Streets are closed?

All Streets in the immediate evacuation zones are still closed to residents until the emergency response has communicated it's okay to enter the area. Please refer to Spokane County's official evacuation map and zones.

When can I re-enter my neighborhood?

Neighborhoods in the immediate evacuation zones are still closed to residents until the emergency response has communicated it's okay to enter the area. Please refer to Spokane County's official evacuation map and zones.

When will traffic lights be restored?

If a traffic light is still out, outside of the evacuation zone, please contact 3-1-1 to report the street hazard.

When will the streets be reopened?

All Streets in the immediate evacuation zones will remain closed to residents until the emergency response has communicated it's okay to enter the area. Please refer to Spokane County's official evacuation map and zones.

Other

How do I file a claim against the City?

Residents can submit a claim for damages against the City on our City's website: Filing a Claim. For further information on claim requirements, see Municipal Code, Section 4.02.030.


Contact Information

We're here to help, call 3-1-1 or for outside city limits, 509.755.CITY (2489) Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.