Tenant and Landlord Affairs | Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706
Eligibility
Open to all.
Required documents
Current lease.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
301-429-7598
Voice·
Main
Application process
Visit website for application.
Service area
MD
Other Information
Special Populations
- Open to All
Payment Options
- Free or no-cost care
Helps tenants and landlords understand and navigate their rights and responsibilities under federal and state renter laws.
Legal Services
More information:
- Accepts reports related to discrimination and other violations by a landlord
- Offers connections to housing counseling programs and local housing code enforcement
- Provides referrals as needed for legal advice or representation for eviction cases, voucher or subsidy terminations, rent escrow cases, or other disputes
Last assured
11/20/2025
Providing organization
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
State agency that assists homebuyers, homeowners, and renters through various programs.