1202 Williamson Street, Suite 102, Madison, WI 53703
Rental Rights (608) 257-0006 -
Administration (608) 257-0143 -
Fax (608) 286-0804
E-mail asktrc@tenantresourcecenter.org
Website Updated!The website has been updated to show the changes due to SB107 (2011 Wis. Act 108), effective 12/21/11, which were changes to Dane County, Madison and Fitchburg local laws and SB466 (2011 Wis. Act 143), effective 3/31/12, which impacted tenants state wide. Click here to find out more information about the new laws or look for purple and red changes throughout the site. Additionally, expect continued construction on the site throughout the week of April 2nd and the brochures that are linked may not be updated until Monday April 9th. Free Housing CounselingTenant Resource Center (TRC) offers free housing counseling for tenants and landlords interested in learning more about their rental rights and responsibilities under Wisconsin law. Information on state and local rental laws and regulations and lease screening services are available at TRC. We can also refer clients to other agencies when appropriate to assist them with their needs. Please see the links on the left for more information on a variety of topics. Call or visit any TRC office for individual assistance, on a walk-in basis, no appointment necessary. MADISON -- MAIN OFFICEWalk-In: 1202 Williamson Street, Suite 102, Madison, WI 53703Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday - Friday Rental Rights Phone: (608) 257-0006 Toll-free: 1-877-238-RENT En Español: (608) 237-8913 Fax: (608) 286-0804 Email: asktrc@tenantresourcecenter.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tenantresourcecenter Twitter: @MadisonTRC EN ESPAÑOL: El Centro de Recursos para Inquilinos atiende consultas telefónicas y consultas personales en inglés y en español, sin necesidad de cita previa, de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. en el # 1202 Williamson St, oficina 102 en Madison, teléfono 608-237-8913. MADISON -- UW CAMPUS OFFICEWalk-In: Student Activity Center, ASM Office, Room 4301, 333 East Campus Mall
Housing Help DeskLocated in the Dane County Job Center on the North side of Madison, the TRC Housing Help Desk provides tenants, landlords and social service agency staff with information, referrals and applications for low-cost housing, subsidized housing, transitional housing and emergency shelter services. The Help Desk can also make referrals to useful community resources including limited financial assistance for eviction prevention, security deposits and utilities. Walk-In: 1819 Aberg Avenue, Madison, WI 53704 NOTE: Hours were reduced to 10am-2pm, Monday - Friday as of December 1st, 2011. Do you object to these hours being reduced? Please donate here, or contact the Dane County Board of Supervisors and let them know how you feel. Learn more about the Housing Help Desk...
Mediation ServicesThe Housing Mediation Service serves tenants, landlords, roommates and neighbors with rental housing related disputes. Mediation services are free at small claims court for eviction cases. A small fee is charged if there is not a pending eviction. To access the Housing Mediation Service, call the intake line at: (608) 257-2799 Learn more about Housing Mediation Services...
Mission StatementThe Tenant Resource Center is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to promoting positive relations between rental housing consumers and providers throughout Wisconsin. By providing information and referrals, education about rental rights and responsibilities, and access to conflict resolution, we empower the community to obtain and maintain quality affordable housing. |
Join our Mailing ListWhat's NEW at TRC:Spring Seminar Dates in May! We have chosed our spring seminar dates to get everyone updates on the law changes due to SB107 and SB466. Click here for more information. Thanks to our Chefs! On Friday, March 23 we had another sucessful Iron Chef event to help prevent homelessness in Dane County. Special thanks to our wonderful chefs, sponsors, judges and all who attended! With your help we will be able to assist about 160 families stay in their homes. Special congratulations to the people's choice award winner Michael Jacob and the overall winner Brian Solomon. Other results: Mint battle Beth Zeier v Heidi Konkel (w), Yogurt battle Joanne Brown (w), Wine battle Roberto Yanez v Michael Jacob (tied), Cocoa battle Sara and Michelle Richards (w) v Kyle Richmont and Coffee battle (with apologies to our judges for keeping them up all night!) Michael Quieto and Brian Solomon (w). SB466 is changing everything! Our website and brochure series is getting a new look and should all be updated by 4/1/12. These changes are in addition to the changes in December due to SB107 (mostly impacted Dane County only). The worst part about these changes is that many of them are unclear. So, get used to us saying "We don't know." And giving you options of what you might be able to argue. Look for upcoming training opportunities and new materials in May.Volunteers needed! If you are interested in helping with office work or housing counseling contact us at 608-257-0143 (608-257-0006 for housing counseling) Dane County Help Desk hours have been reduced to 10 - 2pm M - F starting 12/1/2011 due to continued flat and reduced funding. Are you a tenant at risk of eviction due to foreclosure? Click here for more information about your rights! STILL waiting for your deposit? Click here to become a volunteer today! |
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