Renter resources
Housing Liaisons
City resources
Rental housing liaisons
Regulatory Services has employees that work closely with Inspections staff to support renters.
They can support renters by:
- Finding resources for renters in tough situations
- Coordinating between renters, owners and City staff
- Working with renters to understand the work of Inspections Services.
Legal resources
HOME Line
HOME Line can help with evictions and connect you with an attorney. Free and low-cost services for renters include:
- Legal
- Organizing
- Education
- Advocacy
Services available in:
- English
- Hmong
- Spanish
- Somali
Legal Aid
Legal Aid helps low-income people facing eviction, housing discrimination and more.
Volunteer Lawyers Network
This network helps people experiencing poverty. Top private lawyers in the state provide services at no cost.
More rental resources
HousingLink
HousingLink lists affordable rental housing vacancies and waiting list openings in:
- Minneapolis
- St. Paul
- Twin Cities suburbs
- Minnesota
Financial and energy assistance
- Hennepin County Eviction Prevention
- Community Action Partnership Energy Assistance
- Hennepin County Emergency Assistance
- Sustainable Resources Center Weatherization
- Green Cost Share Program
Other organizations
Resources for renters impacted by Operation Metro Surge
The City of Minneapolis partnered with Hennepin County to provide an additional $2 million in emergency rent support in 2026.
The volunteer-run Stand With Minnesota has a list of local rent relief funds.
Find up-to-date connections to resources at the City of Minneapolis Virtual Resource Center.
Contact us
Housing Liaisons
Regulatory Services
Address
505 Fourth Ave. S., Skyway level
Minneapolis, MN 55415