Eviction Prevention Resources
MOHCD funds community-based organizations that help San Franciscans handle eviction papers, threats of eviction, housing conflict, and financial help. MOHCD also has a program for renters to avoid displacement.
If you have received any of the following papers, get legal help immediately
- Summons or Complaint for "Unlawful Detainer," or
- A "Notice to Vacate" from the Sheriff's Department or
- A written eviction notice from your landlord
Eviction Defense Collaborative
1338 Mission Street, 4th Floor
Drop-In Clinic: Monday-Wednesday and Friday: 9-11, 1-3
Drop-In Clinic: Thursday, 1-3
http://evictiondefense.org
415-947-0797
If you have received a verbal threat of eviction, need help with a rent increase, or requesting that your landlord make necessary repairs:
Get advice from a tenant counselor.
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San Francisco Tenants Union
558 Capp Street
Drop-in Counseling: Monday – Saturday
(check online for hours)415-282-6622
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Housing Rights Committee
http://hrcsf.org
Mission Office - 1663 Mission Street, Suite 504
Counseling: Monday – Thursday (1 pm – 5 pm)
415-703-8644
Richmond Office – 4301 Geary Boulevard (at 7th Avenue)
Counseling: Monday, Wednesday – Friday (9 am – 12 pm)
415-947-9085
If you're having conflict with your landlord or another tenant:
The Bar Association of San Francisco provides a variety of conflict resolution services.
Conflict Intervention Service
Helpline: 415-782-8940
Email: cis@sfbar.org
- Call the helpline for a free phone consultation to resolve disputes. You can also email cis@sfbar.org
- If needed, a free mediation session with a social worker may be organized. This session is voluntary and confidential for all parties involved.
If you need one-time financial help paying back rent or for moving in:
You can contact the following organizations about rental assistance.
Avoid displacement
MOHCD's Small Sites Program (SSP)
SSP can help you stay in your home, by converting your building to permanently affordable housing. A nonprofit can buy your building before an investor does.