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Tenant Resource Center

Responsive Margin

The Tenant Resource Center supports Salt Lake City renters. Through a partnership with the Community Development Corporation of Utah, the City provides one-on-one housing support over the phone or in person.

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Get Help with Housing

Fill out an intake form and connect with a housing navigator.
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File a Complaint

If you have been treated unfairly or unethically, file a complaint with Salt Lake City.
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Poor or Unsafe Housing?

Report safety concerns or maintenance issues and request an inspection.

Renters’ Support & Assistance

Relocation Assistance for Tenants (RAFT)

If you’re a renter who has to move because of repairs, demolition, or income-restriction changes to your apartment, you may qualify for help paying for a deposit, first and last month’s rent, and application fees.
Reduced-fare UTA Rides

Reduced-fare card rides are $1 with a weekly limit on how much you pay.
Free & Low-Cost Food

Find free or cheap food, fresh produce, and meals at locations across Salt Lake City.
Utah HEAT Program

Get help paying your utility bills. Utah’s HEAT program assists low-income households with gas and electric costs year-round.

Rental Basics: Laws, Leases & Moving In

Keeping Rental Homes Safe and Livable

Salt Lake City requires landlords to keep rental housing safe. Common issues include missing smoke alarms, leaks, broken railings, bad wiring, or blocked exits.
Before You Move In: Renting in Salt Lake City

Know your rights before renting in Salt Lake City. Learn about leases, deposits, tenant protections, inspections, and more.
While you’re renting: tips and rights

Pay rent on time, document landlord contact, report repairs in writing, request inspections, and know your lease rules.
Housing law videos in English and Spanish

Access short videos on Utah housing law topics like eviction, habitability, and mobile home rights.
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Are you a renter? Send us a copy of your lease!

Salt Lake City Department of Community and Neighborhoods is collecting renters’ lease agreements. We’ll use these leases to research current rental agreements and create best practices for future lease agreements.

Contact CDC Utah

Phone: 801-893-3779 

Email: info@cdcutah.org 

Address: 501 East 1700 South

Hours: Monday through Thursday 9 am – 5 pm, Friday 9am – 12pm.