Richmond Rent Program

The Rent Program was established in January 2017 following approval of the Richmond Fair Rent, Just Cause for Eviction, and Homeowner Protection Ordinance by a majority of Richmond voters in November 2016. The mission of the Rent Program is to promote neighborhood and community stability, healthy housing, and affordability for Richmond tenants through the regulating of those Landlord/Tenant matters that reasonably relate to rents and evictions, while maintaining a Landlord's right to a fair return.

Rent Program Services Available for In-Person Appointments |

Effective March 6, 2023

Beginning Monday, March 6, 2023, Rent Program staff will provide in-person and remote (by phone or Zoom) counseling services. All counseling services are by appointment only.

While ensuring the continuity of services, the health and safety of the Rent Program staff, their families, and the public we interact with, is paramount and the following changes in services will be effective:

Wearing masks is mandatory for the public while receiving service
Front desk and counseling stations are equipped with plexi-glass shielding
Hand Sanitizer available for use by the public and staff
If you are feeling sick we ask that you do not come to the office for the safety of our staff and the public.

Click here to view COVID-19 rental information and resources.