What happens if you get evicted from public housing?

The Public Housing Authority ( PHA) that owns and manages your housing is responsible for following federal regulation that sets the standards for how public housing evictions are to be handled. If you are evicted from public housing, you will lose your opportunity to receive federally assisted low-income housing.

What to do if you are evicted from a low income home?

It is best to consult an attorney to help navigate low-income housing evictions. Most low-income housing programs have additional rules and policies that govern the eviction process. In some cases, tenants living in low-income housing have increased protections above and beyond what is offered in state law.

Can a lawyer take on an eviction case for free?

Evictions are one of the only areas of law where it is rare to find an attorney who will take on an eviction case for free. There are many moving parts involved in the eviction process and even more complex laws and research that the attorney will have to focus on, meaning it can take up a lot of their time and costs to complete one eviction case.

Is the eviction process subject to local politics?

Interviews with renters, legal aid attorneys, housing experts and affordable housing advocates at the state, local and national level show a process that can be subject to the whims of local politics or geography.

Can a low income public housing tenant be evicted?

Low-Income Public Housing ( LIPH) tenants may have a slightly different experience with the eviction process. In some cases, there may be different notice periods for tenants, and good cause is required to evict a tenant from public housing.

What kind of lawyer do I need to fight an eviction?

Choose a local lawyer that is knowledgeable about landlord-tenant law and has significant experience fighting evictions.

Is there a grievance process for an eviction?

Grievance hearings are also required for tenants facing eviction from public housing, except in the case of drug-related activity or activity that threatens health and safety. The PHA is still required to take a tenant facing eviction through a court process. For more detailed information on the grievance process, see Low-Income Housing Rights.

Where can I get help with an eviction?

Tenants who need help can visit www.stayhousedla.org or call (888) 694-0040. Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles advocates for tenants through eviction defense. We offer eligible clients the following services: