Tenant Request for Services

What kind of help are you looking for?*

I have an eviction noticeI have general questions about my rights as a renterMy rental unit has unsafe living conditionsMy landlord is selling my unit or not renewing my leaseAn old landlord has filed a debt collection

If you have received any official notices from your landlord or the court you have a short window of time to respond. Below are examples of typical notices a tenant receives:
Have you received any of these notices?*

Three Day Notice to Comply or VacateThree Day Notice to Vacate for Lease ViolationThree Day Notice to Pay or Quit/VacateCourt Summons Listing a Utah Judicial DistrictNone of these look familiar
Have you filed an answer with the court?*

YesNo

We do our best to coordinate efforts with Utah Legal Services (ULS) to ensure are not duplicating services.
Have You Contacted Utah Legal Services (ULS) regarding this issue?*
Did you qualify for ULS services?*
Were your legal questions answered?*
Is ULS going to provide you legal representation?*

Are you worried about the physical or emotional well-being of yourself or others in your household?*
If you are in immediate threat of danger, call 911.

For additional information, visit the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition website

Are you/all members of your household legal residents of the United States?*
PLA is able to provide housing and debt collection legal assistance to residents and non-residents alike. PLA does NOT specialize in immigration or family law matters.
Catholic Community Services provides legal help for both refugees and immigrants. CCS’ services include consultations for immigrants, refugees, and U.S. citizens who have questions about immigration laws, procedures, and basic eligibility. Their services are available in both Salt Lake City and Ogden. Contact (801) 977-9119 for more information.

What is your approximate monthly income?*
Do you spend more than half of your monthly income on housing costs?*
Ex: Rent, Utilities, etc.
Do you have access to your written lease agreement?*

Have you ever had to sleep in your car, stay in a shelter, or stay with a family or friend because you didn't have your own home?*
Approximately how long did you live there until you found your own place?*
How long ago was this?*

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?*
Your answer does not make you ineligible for services
Has your criminal history made it more difficult to find a place to live?*

Having an eviction on your credit/rental history can make finding a new place to live more difficult. These questions help us determine what resources may be available to you if you need to move immediately.
Have you ever been evicted in the past?*
Did you leave voluntarily or were you assigned a court case/locked out by a court order?*
If your situation goes badly, will you have friends/family with whom you can stay, even on a temporary basis?*