Renter Resources
City of Lansing Housing Ombudsman - Advocate for safe, affordable and fair housing in Lansing
City of Lansing Code Enforcement - Report or monitor specific code violations
City of Lansing Housing Code - View and understand our local codes and standards
Capital Area Housing Partnership - Promotes strong, diverse neighborhoods and affordable housing; offers Rental Counseling to Lansing residents
Legal Services of South Central Michigan - Know your rights and consult legal experts
Fair Housing Center of Mid-Michigan - Federal, state, and local housing discrimination information, complaints
Eviction Diversion: Pilot program for 54-A District Court - Mediating tenant-landlord disputes in Lansing
Tenant Landlord Handbook (PDF)- A State of Michigan comprehensive guide detailing rights & responsibilities
Lead Safe Lansing - Make your home lead-free with programs and grants to abate lead hazards
Healthy Homes: Asthma and Bed Bug Control - Make your home safe for you and your children
Lansing Housing Commission housing programs - voucher programs for low income renters
MSHDA Housing Choice Voucher Program - information about the state's housing choice voucher program
MI Department of Health and Human Services Citizen Assistance Programs - health care, housing, utility shut-off and emergency relief
Energy Saving Tips - Lansing Board of Water and Light or Consumers Energy - Keep your lights on and save money on utilities
Center for Financial Health - Provides housing and financial counseling for safe and sustainable housing
Financial Empowerment Center - Counseling and tips on saving money, improving your credit and free tax prep
Ingham County Land Bank - Dedicated to revitalizing neighborhoods with housing for rent or purchase
Lansing Housing Commission - Local public authority for safe, affordable housing to qualified renters
State of Michigan Housing Resources - MSHDA is the state agency dedicated to community vitality through housing and historic preservation
U.S. Housing and Urban Development - Federal housing programs to assist citizen and communities