Housing Helpline

Contact the City Housing Helpline if you are homeless or in danger of losing housing.

Phone: (608) 264-0549
Email: housinginfo@cityofmadison.com

Eviction Prevention

If you are unable to pay your rent on time, you may be at risk for eviction. Try to pay what you can! Be proactive and talk to your landlord if you are not able to pay.

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• Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program (WRAP)
  Assists eligible renters who have had a significant loss of income due to COVID-19 and need help with their rent. This program is administered locally by the Community Action Coalition. Learn more about WRAP and apply or call the W.R.A.P. hotline at (608) 237-1255.

• Tenant Resource Center
  Phone: (608) 257-0006

  You may qualify for rent assistance through the Dane County CARES Eviction Prevention Program, which is available to all, regardless of immigration status. (608) 257-0006 ext 7.  Some additional tenant protections might also protect you under the CARES act. For advice on how to negotiate with your landlord and rental resources, contact a housing counselor from the Tenant Resource Center.
• Legal Action of Wisconsin
  Phone: (608) 256-3304
  Provides a video and resources on illegal evictions and legal assistance to low-income and senior individuals.
• Housing Navigation Services
  Phone: (608) 826-8093
  Can assist with finding and applying for housing. Provided by Catholic Charities.
• Homeless Services Consortium of Dane County
  Phone: (608) 266-6254

  If you are homeless or in danger of losing your housing during the COVID-19 crisis, the Homeless Services Consortium of Dane County guide has a listing of available resources.