Houseless Encampment Concerns Form

Use this form to report issues to the HART team or ask questions related to homelessness in Vancouver, including:

Non-emergency issues, such as behavioral health concerns, unwanted occupation of property, etc. For urgent issues requiring a police officer, please call 9-1-1
Illegal camping or issues associated with active or abandoned camps
Any questions regarding homelessness (explore our frequently asked questions)

Form submissions are not monitored 24 hours a day. We do our best to respond to requests within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays). HART can also be reached at 360-487-8626 or hartteam@cityofvancouver.us.

Which day did you observe this concern?(Required)

What time did you observe this concern?

Location address(Required)

Street Address City ZIP / Postal Code

Location description(Required)

Please provide the street address, cross streets, common place name, or description of how to locate the camp or vehicle.

Add a photo (optional)

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, heic, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

Type of concern (select all that apply)(Required)

Active

Abandoned

Tent(s)

RV, Camp trailer

Vehicle (sedan, minivan, pickup, SUV, etc.)

Other

Other, please describe

Description of what you are reporting(Required)

Include color, type, number of, license plate, distinguishing features, etc.

Name

First Last

Phone

Would you like a follow up for this request?

Confidentiality

Yes, I wish to keep my name confidential

Note: The City of Vancouver may be required to release your name and/or information submitted in a complaint pursuant to Public Disclosure (RCW 42.56) and/or pursuant to court order. The submittal of the public service request is subject to public disclosure according to the public records act (RCW 42.56). This means that anyone can request the release of documents containing your name and contact information. However, information revealing the identity of persons who are witnesses to crimes or who file complaints with investigative agencies can be withheld from disclosure if you believe the disclosure would endanger your life, physical safety or property pursuant to RCW 42.56.240. If we are unable to verify an address or violation we will contact you for further details. If you do not leave a name and a way to contact you for clarification, we will be unable to follow up on your complaint. Inaccurate or incomplete information submitted will delay or prevent further processing. Please note: The violation must be visible from the public right of way; or you must indicate that you would like us to contact you for permission to view the site from your property. Thank you for your interest in supporting the livability of our neighborhoods. These complaints are addressed daily and a code enforcement officer will conduct an initial inspection within 3-5 working days. If this complaint is handled by another city department, we will forward your concern to the appropriate department.