Eviction & Foreclosure Prevention

Services

The CRT Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention program provides assistance to those at clear risk of losing their
housing.

The program provides three services:
- Mediation: Landlord – Tenant Conflict Resolution
- Grant funds for back rent and mortgages
- Mortgage-holder agreements and payment rescheduling for delinquent mortgages

The program mediates monetary conflicts and provides third party monitoring as deemed appropriate. The program also educates landlords and tenants about their rights and responsibilities through written materials, workshops and/or individual briefings.

Eligibility Requirements

All Greater Hartford and Middlesex County residents are eligible for mediation assistance and rental or mortgage assistance as appropriate.

Eligibility for grant funds is based on several criteria:
- Income level
- Percent of income used to pay for housing (cannot exceed 60% of gross income)
- Reason for arrears should not be due to fiscal mismanagement,
- Ability to continue rent or mortgage payments on time in the future.

Application Process

Applications are taken at the CRT offices in Hartford and Middletown. CRT Family Service Centers and area organizations may make referrals.

Service Hours and Locations

Applicants must call ahead for a pre-appointment screening. The CRT Eviction Prevention office is open 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. weekdays at:

395 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford,
Phone: (860) 560-5881

44 Hamlin Street, Middletown
Phone: (860) 347-4465