Arizona Tenants Advocates

08/04/2021

Dear Neighbor,

As you may know, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention extended its eviction moratorium yesterday through October 3. Moving forward, to help combat the continued financial hardship many Arizonans face and help keep them in their homes, I will do all I can to ensure that state and local agencies distribute rental relief without delay.

If you were one of the thousands of Arizonans who suffered financially due to the coronavirus and are struggling to pay rent, I want you to know that there is still help available in our district.

If you or someone you know needs financial assistance to pay rent or avoid eviction, this information may be helpful—please share it!

My office has compiled a comprehensive guide (en Español) of resources for families struggling to pay their mortgage, rent, or utilities. If you live in Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale or most parts of Maricopa County and need assistance, you can apply for aid through programs that have recently reopened thanks to new federal funding.

If someone you know needs these services but lives outside of our district, they can visit
AZEvictionHelp for a thorough statewide directory of housing resources and legal aid. Click here to see if you qualify for protection under this eviction moratorium.

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If you are evicted or expect to be evicted, there is still help available for you. Find a directory of state agency and government programs through Arizona Together or the Arizona Crisis Response Network’s 2-1-1 hotline and rapid rehousing, shelter services and food assistance through the Arizona Department of Economic Security.

We are here to help—don’t hesitate to reach out to my office with questions, either by calling (602) 956-2463 or opening a case with us online. You may also consider reaching out to Community Legal Services or the Southwest Fair Housing Council.

Sincerely,

Greg Stanton
Member of Congress
Washington, DC Office • 207 Cannon HOB • Washington, DC 20515 • (202) 225-9888
Phoenix Office • 2944 N. 44th St., Ste. 150 • Phoenix, AZ 85018 • (602) 956-2463

07/06/2021

07/06/2021

The law, A.R.S. Section 33-1321, says you must demand your security deposit as a precondition for its return to you. Most leases don't requires its return, but even if yours does, then failure to refund would only be a lease breach unless the law is triggered by demand. The difference is whether or not you are entitled to statutory damages in the amount of twice the amount wrongfully withheld

06/23/2021

https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/maricopa-county-animal-shelter-at-critical-capacity-holding-free-adoption-event?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR0jRqHC62J6ox2sgOa_AfWUwm2LzkhyRrezHNM--EVKX6jhwyb1c93yu5E

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is looking for forever homes for pets through a free adoption event as well as foster families as the shelter is anticipating hundreds of calls for more intakes. They hope to make room for more animals as they're currently at critical capacity.

06/21/2021

Whatever your rental quandary,Tenants Assistance Program (TAP) can help. We offer knowledge of your rights pursuant to the Landlord Tenant Act, a union membership, custom letters, notice forms as well as a break lease program. With over 28 years experience we're the ones to call. Visit our website at https://www.arizonatenants.com/

https://www.arizonatenants.com/break-lease-application

https://www.arizonatenants.com/help-article/utility-of-the-landlord-tenant-act

No GOLIATH is too big for the ARIZONA TENANTS ADVOCATES & ASSOCIATION BREAK LEASE CONTRACT!

06/21/2021

https://www.azfamily.com/news/new-tiny-houses-in-tempe-will-offer-affordable-housing/article_dcd6ffd4-ce20-11eb-aa4f-2fc602b7fa58.html?fbclid=IwAR3btVa84Ff9nYjWxioidl3epkbUJlFQ7zmIAG1Au50jseH8XGDWi1F5hqg

The houses will cost $170,000.

06/10/2021

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-eviction-declaration.html

Declaration Form in all languages.

CDC provides credible COVID-19 health information to the U.S.

04/20/2021

Getting married? Divorced? Medical issues? Employment relocation? Buying a home? Slum conditions? Troublesome neighbors? Abusive landlord? Whatever your reason, if you are an Arizona residential tenant needing to move on with your life, but stuck in a rental residence, Tenants Assistance Program (TAP) can help. Call our Tenants Hotline now 480-557-8905. www.arizonatenants.com
https://www.arizonatenants.com/break-lease-application

Welcome to Arizona Tenant Advocates homepage. We have been helping renters deal with tough landlord issues for over 26 years.

04/10/2021

https://affordablebankruptcy695attorneys.com/

FREE Phone Consultation Available until 8 pm M-S * NO OFFICE VISIT REQUIRED (Details Below) We Can File Your Case from Home

03/24/2021

https://des.az.gov/erap?emci=ea6e3539-118c-eb11-85aa-00155d43c992&emdi=a47e8d0b-308c-eb11-85aa-00155d43c992&ceid=2800295

On March 11, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) was signed into law. While DES works to implement the extension of benefits in accordance with U.S. Department of Labor guidelines, please continue to file weekly certifications. You do not need to reapply for benefits. Per the federal law, in...

03/08/2021

https://www.phoenix.gov/humanservices/rental-assistance

The Mayor and members of the Phoenix City Council have approved distribution of $51 million in new federal Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) dollars to Phoenix residents who need help making their rent payments and covering the cost of home utilities.

02/23/2021

https://nlihc.org/coronavirus-and-housing-homelessness/national-eviction-moratorium

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) took unprecedented action by issuing a temporary national moratorium on most evictions for nonpayment of rent to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.