housing resources
COVID19 HARDSHIPS
Renters & Owners/landlords
• HOME podcast series
– Series: https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164
– Avoiding Fair Housing Violations
https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164/the-fair-housing-podcast-episode-7-avoiding-fair-housing-violations-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
Assistance for home-owners:
• https://www.fhfa.gov/Homeownersbuyer/MortgageAssistance/Documents/FAQs-FannieMae-FreddieMac-Assistance-Options-for-Families-Impacted-by-COVID-19.pdf
• https://www.brown.senate.gov/news/coronavirus/housing-resources-faq
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: information on mortgage relief
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/guide-coronavirus-mortgage-relief-options/
Information for home-owners/landlords:
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: information on mortgage and housing assistance
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/mortgage-and-housing-assistance/
• HOME podcast series
– Series: https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164
– Avoiding Fair Housing Violations
https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164/the-fair-housing-podcast-episode-7-avoiding-fair-housing-violations-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
Information for renters
CARES Rent and Utilities Relief
• https://hamilton-co.org/about/
• Community Action Agency 513-569-1840 option #4
https://www.cincy-caa.org/, or epa@cincy-caa.org.
• Talbert House 24-hour Housing Hotline 513-338-8596,
https://www.talberthouse.org/
• Freestore Foodbank 513-357-4687,
https://freestorefoodbank.org/
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – mortgage & rental assistance
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/mortgage-and-housing-assistance/#renters
• HOME podcast series
– Series: https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164
– Avoiding Fair Housing Violations
https://soundcloud.com/user-790526164/the-fair-housing-podcast-episode-7-avoiding-fair-housing-violations-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
OWNER RESOURCES
Accessibility: I need to accommodate a wheelchair and other special needs.
• People Working Cooperatively 513-351-7921
http://www.pwchomerepairs.org/services/our-services.aspx
City Services: I need a service from the City of Cincinnati
(Pothole repair; Trash, missed pickup; Trash, improper set-out; Graffiti; Snow/ice removal; Tall grass & weeds, public right-of-way; Tall grass & weeds, private property; Special pick-ups; other…)
• www.5916000.com
• 513-591-6000
Code Compliance: A code violation has been filed on my house. (Elderly, income limits)
• Working in Neighborhoods 513-541-4109
https://wincincy.org/
Foreclosure: I’m in danger of foreclosure.
• Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati Housing-Consumer Practice Group
https://www.lascinti.org/what-we-do/practice-groups/housing-consumer/
• Working in Neighborhoods 513-541-4109
https://wincincy.org/home-ownership
• Home Ownership Center 513-961-2800 (help with a financial plan)
http://hometoday.cc/home-buying-programs-classes/
Home Maintenance: What should I be doing regularly to keep my home in good condition?
• National Home Warranty (We are not promoting buying a warranty, but this is a helpful checklist.)
https://www.nationalhomewarranty.com/content/dam/national-home-warranty/en/documents/maintenance_manual_sept2011_2.pdf
• Home Ownership Center 513-961-2800 (Home Buyer Education Classes)
http://hometoday.cc/home-buying-programs-classes/
Home Maintenance: My house needs some repairs.
• People Working Cooperatively 513-351-7921 (emergency repairs)
http://www.pwchomerepairs.org/services/our-services.aspx
• Habitat for Humanity 513-482-5609 (critical repairs)
https://www.habitatcincinnati.org/apply/critical-repair.html
• Hamilton County Home Improvement Program: HIP 513-946-4459 (low-interest loans for repairs and/or remodeling)
https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/open_hamilton_county/projects/home_improvement_program
Home Maintenance: How can I save energy around my house?
• People Working Cooperatively 513-351-7921
http://www.pwchomerepairs.org/services/our-services.aspx
https://www.moneygeek.com/living/resources/how-to-live-on-low-income/ (scroll down for weatherization)
Landlord
• Landlord training program
– summary of contents
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/police/community-involvement/landlord-education-program/landlord-training-program-information/
– registration
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/landlord-education-program-registration/
• Landlord responsibilities: utilities (water shut-off, water payment, lead line)
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/water/billing-information/important-landlord-tenant-information/
Legal information
• Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati Housing-Consumer Practice Group 513-241-9400
https://www.lascinti.org/what-we-do/practice-groups/housing-consumer/
• Cincinnati Bar Association referral 513-381-8359
https://www.cincybar.org/LRS/Request-Form
Sewer Bill: Can I get a discount on my sewer bill? (Elderly, income limits)
• Metropolitan Sewer District
http://www.msdgc.org/customer_care/customer_assistance/index.html
RENTER RESOURCES
City Services: I need a service from the City of Cincinnati
(Pothole repair; Trash, missed pickup; Trash, improper set-out; Graffiti; Snow/ ice removal; Tall grass & weeds, public right-of-way; Tall grass & weeds, private property; Special pick-ups; other…)
• www.5916000.com
• 513-591-6000
Eviction: I’m in danger of eviction.
CARES Rent and Utilities Relief
• https://hamilton-co.org/about/news/rent_and_utility_relief_program_launches
• Community Action Agency 513-569-1840 option #4
https://www.cincy-caa.org/, or epa@cincy-caa.org
• Talbert House 24-hour Housing Hotline 513-338-8596,
https://www.talberthouse.org/
• Freestore Foodbank 513-357-4687,
https://freestorefoodbank.org/ (COVID-19 Update tab), rluckie@freestorefoodbank.org
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – mortgage & rental assistance
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/mortgage-and-housing-assistance/#renters
• Community Action Agency: by appointment: 513-569-1840
• Tenant’s guide
http://cincyhelpcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Tenants-Guide-to-Eviction-Court.pdf
• Paying past-due rent after receiving an eviction notice (within 3 days)
https://thevoiceofblackcincinnati.com/cincinnati-eviction-prevention-program/
• Late fees on rent
https://thevoiceofblackcincinnati.com/cincinnati-eviction-prevention-program/
• St. Vincent de Paul 513-421-0602
https://www.svdpcincinnati.org/About_Us/Our_Programs/Homelessness_Prevention/
• Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati Housing-Consumer Practice Group 513-241-9400
https://www.lascinti.org/what-we-do/practice-groups/housing-consumer/
• Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) 513-721-4663
https://homecincy.org/services-2/tennant-advocacy/
• Information on eviction process
https://www.courtclerk.org/self-help-resources/landlordtenant/
• Eviction HELP Center: Hamilton County Justice Center Room 115
Legal Information
• HELP Center: free legal information 513-946-5650
http://cincyhelpcenter.org/how-we-can-help/
• Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati Housing-Consumer Practice Group 513-241-9400
https://www.lascinti.org/what-we-do/practice-groups/housing-consumer/
• Cincinnati Bar Association referral 513-381-8359
https://www.cincybar.org/LRS/Request-Form
Moving
• Security deposit alternatives
https://thevoiceofblackcincinnati.com/cincinnati-eviction-prevention-program/
• Relocation assistance
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/community-development/housing-assistance/relocation-assistance/
Rights: What are my rights and responsibilities as a tenant?
• Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME)
https://homecincy.org/services-2/tennant-advocacy/
• Tenant training sessions:
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/tenant-training-program-registration/
Utilities
• Water: water shut-off, water payment, lead line
https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/water/billing-information/important-landlord-tenant-information/
• Utility assistance (Duke Energy)
https://www.duke-energy.com/home/billing/special-assistance