Dwellings

Episode 35: The Eviction Prevention Program - Navigating Rights and Responsibilities

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Dwellings podcast, we talk with Emily Hislop, Division Manager for the Housing Department, and Tuyen Tong and Esther Aguirre, Analysts in the Rent Stabilization Team. They explain how the City’s Eviction Prevention Program helps families stay housed and parties navigate the complex eviction process. We also cover how the program aims to educate the public about tenant and landlord responsibilities and efforts to bring this information directly to parties during a crucial time.

Episode Notes

• Visit our page to learn more about your Rental Rights in San José
• Eviction Prevention Program
• Unlawful Detainer - If the tenant does not voluntarily move out after the landlord has properly given the required notice to the tenant, the landlord can begin the court eviction process. In order to evict the tenant, the landlord must file an unlawful detainer lawsuit in Superior Court in the county where the rental unit is located and then properly serve you with a summons and a copy of the unlawful detainer complaint.