- Are you seeking assistance in resolving housing disputes with your tenant? Check out the ECHO Housing offers trained mediators and counseling to property owners
. Some cities and unincorporated county areas covered, others are not. - Do you live in the property you rent out? California Mortgage Relief Program offers mortgage relief or property tax relief if you live in the property.
- Are you a small low-income landlord facing foreclosure? Find relief thorough the Foreclosure Prevention Program (FPP).
- Are you seeking legal recourse for back rent? Small claims court for rental housing providers offers self-help resources.
Legal Assistance for Owner-Occupied Homeowners
ECHO’s Tenant/Landlord Counseling Program provides information to tenants and landlords on rental housing issues such as evictions, rent increases, repairs and habitability, harassment, illegal entry, and other rights and responsibilities regarding the tenant/landlord relationship. Some cities and unincorporated county areas covered, others not.
ECHO has trained mediators to assist in resolving housing disputes through conciliation and mediation. We make referrals to legal services for advice and representation on housing-related issues including evictions, rent increases, repairs and habitability, and harassment. ECHO Housing’s Rent Review Ordinance and Tenant Protections Training or access the slide presentation: ECHO housing training for landlords.
Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity
(ECHO Housing)
(510) 581-9380
Housing & Economic Rights Advocates
(HERA)
(510) 271-8443, ext. 300
Check out the new Housing Resource Center
The Housing Provider Resource Center provides housing providers in the unincorporated county access to vital information and tools for operating rental housing, a help-line for immediate assistance and guidance for housing-related inquiries, and drop-in assistance for in-person support. Find it at achprc.org.
Small Claims Court for Rental Housing Providers Who are Owed Back-Owed Rent
Small Claims Guidance on Rental Debt
See Alameda County’s Flyer for the steps and deadlines in the eviction process
The Self-help Desk at the Alameda County Superior Court provides legal information and resources to self-represent court customers. Assistance may be in the form of private appointments, referrals, Live Chat, and/or telephonic assistance. Self Help | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Meet with a HUD certified counselor to explain various options to prevent foreclosure.
- Visit HUD Website COVID-19: Resources for Homeowners | HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Find Housing Counselor at HUD Housing Counselors | HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)