Rent Increases
Information about when your landlord can raise your rent.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
Fair Housing Information: Accessibility Requirements in Public and Section 8 Housing
(Separate Website)
This article discusses the accessibility requirements for public housing under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
By: Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Resolving Disputes About Your Public Benefits
Information about requesting fair hearings for TANF, food stamps, WIC, LIEAP, Section 8 or Public Housing, and Medicaid.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
My Landlord Won't Fix the Heat. Do I Still Have to Pay Rent?
What to do if your landlord won't fix problems in your rental.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
Rental Agreements (Leases): Verbal and Written
How verbal and written rental agreements are alike and different, and what laws apply.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)
The Five Basics of Easy Renting
Simple hints to help you retain your rights as a renter.
By: Montana Public Interest Research Group (MontPIRG)
2007 Montana Code Annotated (MCA)
(Separate Website)
This links to the landlord/tenant section of the online version of the 2007 MCA. These are not all the laws that can apply, just some that may be helpful.
By: Montana Legislative Services Division (LSD)
2007 Montana Code Annotated (MCA)
(Separate Website)
This links to the security deposit section of the internet version of the 2007 MCA. These are not all the laws that can apply, just some that may be helpful.
By: Montana Legislative Services Division (LSD)
Bridge to Benefits
(Separate Website)
Montana Bridge to Benefits is the product of a partnership between Rural Dynamics Incorporated and the Children's Defense Fund of Minnesota. Bridge to Benefits is a multi-state project sponsored by the Children’s Defense Fund Minnesota focused on improving the well-being of families and individuals by linking them to public work support programs and tax credits.
By: Rural Dynamics Incorporated and the Children's Defense Fund of Minnesota
Repairs
What repairs your landlord must perform, and what to do if you aren't getting the repairs you need.
By: Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA)