Are you facing eviction?
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If so, it's important to seek help and know your rights. You are not alone and there are resources available to help you.
AHCOPA counselors are nationally certified to assist you in negotiating repayment agreements with your landlord or property manager through Philadelphia’s Eviction Diversion Program. Before taking you to eviction court, landlords must attend an eviction diversion hearing with you and a mediator. Our goal is to ensure you have fair representation and assist you in accessing any available rental assistance resources. We will attend the mediation hearing with you and follow your case to completion. We will be with you throughout the whole process. |
AHCOPA counselor Dionne Ceardan (left) participates in an eviction diversion mediation
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To date, 93% of Philadelphia tenants and landlords who participated in the Eviction Diversion Program have successfully avoided eviction.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
A landlord cannot evict tenants before an eviction court hearing. It is illegal in Philadelphia and the landlord will face criminal penalties for doing so. This includes changing the locks, cutting off utilities, and removing tenant belongings.
For more information on tenant rights or to report an illegal eviction, please visit phillytenant.org or call the Philly Tenant hotline at 267-443-2500.
A landlord cannot evict tenants before an eviction court hearing. It is illegal in Philadelphia and the landlord will face criminal penalties for doing so. This includes changing the locks, cutting off utilities, and removing tenant belongings.
For more information on tenant rights or to report an illegal eviction, please visit phillytenant.org or call the Philly Tenant hotline at 267-443-2500.