How can I determine the waiting time for on-post housing?
When applying for on-post housing, an eligibility date is established. Village Counselors will determine an estimated waiting time at the time of application. All estimates are based on current trends in on-post housing clearing/termination and are subject to change.

How is the number of bedrooms determined for assigned on-post housing?
Fort Lewis Communities establishes its bedroom requirement based on Army Regulation 420-1, which states that the same sex child shares a room up to the age of 10 years. The opposite sex child shares a room up to the age of 6 years. Adherence to this regulation is based on the availability of quarters at each installation.

What villages am I eligible to live in?
Click here to see what villages are available for each waiting list category.

I have a family member enrolled in EFMP. How will that affect my on-post housing assignment and waiting time?
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) does not always equate to "priority housing." When there is a need for single story units or handicap facilities, an exception to policy would have to be addressed and reviewed on a case-by-case basis. For more information please contact Fort Lewis Communities at (253) 912-2150.

My lease is almost up and I haven't been called for on-post housing.
If a soldier is in a lease and has already been contacted at one time for on-post housing, they need to contact Fort Lewis Communities 30 days before the lease is to expire. Fort Lewis Communities will determine if on-post housing can be projected for assignment. If no on-post housing can be projected, the soldier will have to make a determination on whether to go month-to-month or to sign another lease.

NOTE: Do not give your landlord an intent to vacate notice until Fort Lewis Communities has notified you that on-post housing is available for you.