Visit Us Online Our Website Products Services More About Us Welcome to the Sacramento Regional Human Rights/Fair Housing Commission (HR/FHC) Weekly Newsletter. The following statistics are cumulative, reflecting total calls and services for the 2008-2009 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2008.
Evictions on the Rise With foreclosures on the rise, so are evictions. The foreclosure process begins when a homeowner receives a Notice of Default that the homeowner is in default of the loan. By law, the homeowner has three months from the date the notice is filed with the recorder's office to cure the default. During this time, the homeowner still holds title to the property, is entitled to continue to collect rent from any tenants in possession of the property, and may terminate a month-to- month tenancy without cause and with proper notice. If a tenant fails to pay rent or if a tenant does not voluntarily move out after the required notice, then the landlord may evict the tenant by filing an unlawful detainer action. This type of lawsuit involves a court hearing where each party is heard. If the judge finds for the landlord, the court will issue a writ of possession that provides the tenant with 5 days notice to vacate the property and gives the sheriff authority to remove the tenant on the 6th day.
Fair Housing Trainings This week the Center for Human Rights, Law & Advocacy will train employees of several apartment complexes located in Rancho Cordova on the Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Unruh Civil Rights Act, and California Civil Code Sections 54-55.2 which prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities.
PETS IN FORECLOSURE The Humane Society of the United States 2100 L Street NW Washington, DC 20037 202-452-1100 www.hsus.org and The Sacramento Regional Human Rights/Fair Housing Commission 1112 I Street Suite 250 Sacramento, CA 95814 916-444-6903 www.hrfh.org Would like to provide you with some useful information and links as to what to do with you pets when you are facing foreclosure. MOVING ON: REMEMBER YOUR PETS WHEN RELOCATING It's a tragic occurrence that's happening every day in America- families are being forced out of their homes when banks foreclose on their mortgages. But just because a family loses its home doesn't mean that the family pet must lose both his home and his family. The HSUS urges all pet owners faced with foreclosure to take their pets with them when they relocate. "Abandoning pets, for any reason, is not only irresponsible-it is illegal," said Stephanie Shain, director of outreach for companion animals at The HSUS. "Pet owners may feel financially unable to care for their pets or are overwhelmed by a sudden move, but there are many alternatives to leaving pets behind. For those in need of help, we offer tips on easing the financial burden of pet ownership and finding pet-friendly housing." Find Local Shelters or Rescues Use this search to find the location of shelters and rescues in your area. These listings include hours of operations, locations, services offered, and much more. If you are looking for a local shelter or rescue to visit, this is the place to start! http://www.pets911.com/organizations/organizations.php OR Look for animal friendly rentals, listed by State Use this search to locate animal friendly apartment communities. http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/renting_with_pets_the_online_resour ce_for_rental_managers_and_pet_owners/finding_animalfriendly_rental _housing/animal_friendly_apts.html
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2008 Fair Housing Handbooks are available at the county libraries, Commission satellite offices, police/sheriff service centers, code enforcement offices in Elk Grove, Citrus Heights, Rancho Cordova, West Sacramento, Sacramento City and Sacramento County.
During normal business hours Commission satellite offices can be reached at these numbers: Citrus Heights (916) 727-4931, Rancho Cordova (916) 273-5724, Elk Grove (916) 627-3497. If you are in need of information outside of normal business hours, please call our free automated information hotline at 916-444- 6903
