Counseling and Referrals
In addition to providing dispute resolution services, the PAMP case manager also provides counseling on tenant/landlord and neighbor/neighbor rights and responsibilities, as well as referrals to other housing services as appropriate.
Tenant/landlord: Counseling and education are available to both tenants and landlords on their rights and responsibilities. Typical issues include:
Security deposits
Rent increases
Repair and maintenance requests
Problems with the behavior of other tenants
Non-payment of rent and other lease violations
Break lease disputes
Along with counseling and education, the PAMP case manager can provide referrals, including:
Referral to Fair Housing for questions about housing discrimination when securing housing or when experiencing differential treatment in rental housing
Referral to other housing services or agencies for rent payment assistance, legal aid, social services, etc.
Neighbor/neighbor: Counseling and education are available regarding the rights and responsibilities of neighbors. Typical issues include fences, trees, parking, property line disputes, barking dogs, and bothersome behavior.
All counseling and referral services are free, neutral and confidential. Contact the PAMP case manager at 650-856-4062 to access these services.