Tenant-landlord disputes and mediation resources

If you are a tenant or landlord with a dispute that you have been unable to settle on your own, the following organizations may be able to help:

For both:

National Conflict Resolution Center, www.ncrconline.com or call 619.238.2400.

For renters:

Renters Law Line, a free, 24-hour information service offered by the Tenant Legal Center of San Diego at 858.571.1166.
Legal Clinic, USD,  619.260.7470
Legal Aid Society at 619.262.0896 (only if in eviction process)

For owners:

San Diego County Apartment Association at 858.278.8070.

A warning to tenants: withholding part or all of your rent gives the landlord the right to submit a 30-day eviction notice. If the property you are renting needs repair, or there are safety and health issues, write to your landlord detailing the work that needs to be done. Continue to pay your rent and seek legal assistance if your landlord does not respond in a reasonable time.