Housing

Eviction Moratorium

Click HERE for the City's website with information on the Eviction Moratorium Exension.

Click HERE for the the Press Release announcing this website.


The Permit Center is Open for In-Person Services:

Walk-ins are now welcome, while appointments are strongly encouraged, by calling 510.577.6004. 


Housing Services

  • For Emergency Rental Assistance - Call 211 first, then Kristal from Davis Street at 510-347-4620 x163. 
  • Affordable Housing Resources - Call 211 first, then Kristal from Davis Street at 510-347-4620 x163.
  • Tenant-Landlord Mediation/Legal Assistance - Call Tanya from ECHO at 925-449-7340 (response in 24-48 hours).
  • Tenant Relocation Ordinance - Call Tanya from ECHO at 925-449-7340 (response in 24-48 hours). 
  • Mobilehome Park Space Rent Stabilization - Call Maryann at 510-577-6005.
  • Owner-Occupied Minor Home Rehabilitation Program - Call Rebuilding Together at 510-625-0316 x102.

Additional Housing Programs

The Housing Services Division administers the City's federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for use in housing and community development projects that serve primarily low-income persons. In addition, the Housing Services Division also administers the federal HOME Program, and the Inclusionary Housing Program. The division also provides staff support for the City's Rent Review Board.