York Housing Opportunity Center

The Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership want to conitinue their efforts to educate the public regarding the eviction process in Pennsylvania. Please note the information presented in these posts is not legal advice, and the client should consult with a lawyer for specific information on their case. Following the Notice of Judgment, a tenant will have ten (10) days to file an Appeal. You have the right to appeal a judgment entered against you. Appeals are filed with the ...Prothonotary at the Court of Common Pleas. To appeal a decision by a Magisterial District Court, you will need to bring a copy of the judgment with you to the Prothonotary’s office. It is advised that you seek the counsel of an attorney if you chose to file an Appeal, as the process at this court level is more complicated. If you are appealing a Judgment for Possession and want to stay in your home, you have ten (10) days from the judgment date to appeal the decision. You must also file a Supersedeas to stop the sheriff or Constable from removing you from the property. If you do not tell the Prothonotary’s Office that you want to stop the lockout and do not file a Supersedeas, then you will only be appealing the money judgment, and the lockout will still occur as scheduled. If you do not want to appeal a Judgment for Possession, but only want to appeal the money judgment, you have thirty (30) days from the date of the judgment to appeal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has established an eviction moratorium, which protects tenants from being evicted until the end of March 2021. Tenants need to meet specific criteria and sign a declaration to give to their landlord to qualify for this protection. If you have questions, reach out to our offices for assistance. You can access more information, and the official declaration here: https://bit.ly/35z883X If you are in danger of eviction due to non-payment of rent, you should send a copy of the CDC declaration (see above) to your landlord if all of the statements are true for your situation. You can also contact the LHOP office at 717.291.9945 ext. 194 and [email protected]. LHOP offers a free landlord-tenant guide, which helps outline the eviction process further. Click here to access the guide at https://www.lhop.org/rent/

We would love to see you!! Come Join the York Housing Opportunity Center and the York County Coalition on Homelessness for a Virtual Landlord Forum on January 19th from 5pm-6pm. This forum is an open to all York County Landlords as an opportunity to network with other local landlords and learn about the resources available. ... The York Housing Opportunity will be presenting on access to free training and technical assistance. Jamie Stevens, the County Planning Commissions new Housing Navigator, will be discussing how landlords can benefit from current assistance programs Come with questions and ideas to share with the group! To register for the event visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZAsc--uqD0jE9EaTyFnNgovV...

On December 27th, a federal bill was signed into law, providing additional COVID-19 relief funds for the Fiscal Year of 2021. This bill includes $25 billion in rental assistance and an extension of the CDC Moratorium until January 31, 2021. If you are a tenant in danger of losing your rental housing due to non-payment of rent because of COVID-19, please contact our office or read more about the eviction moratorium and the steps you need to be covered here: https://www.cdc....gov//2019-/covid-eviction-declaration.html. When there is more information available about how the rental assistance can be accessed, we will provide that information. To learn more about how this legislation impacts housing, check out this resource the National Low-income Housing Coalition: http://bit.ly/3psKQU8 For other questions on landlord tenant rights and fair housing contact LHOP in York at 717-827-4334/717-742-0444 or by email at [email protected]. LHOP: Because everyone deserves a place called home, www.LHOP.org

"Faith is taking the first step even though you can't see the staircase." York Housing Opportunity Center will be closed today to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

York Housing Opportunity Center, Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership and Tabor Community Services, Inc. bring you Holiday Home Safety Tips! Did you know that house fires during the holiday season are more frequent, more costly, and more deadly than at any other time of the year? December is the peak time of year for home candle fires, and holiday fire fatalities are 70% higher than average, according to the U.S. Fire Administration Keep your holiday season happy and... safe for all by following our Holiday Home Safety Tips! #practicefiresafety #safeholidayseason #Hanukkah #Kwanzaa #Chanukah #Christmas #WinterFireSafety See more

Happy New Year! May 2021 be a BRIGHTER year for us ALL! - from the team at Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership and the York Housing Opportunity Center

FAIR HOUSING EVERYDAY:Did you know that: The Fair Housing Act makes it unlawful to coerce, intimidate, threaten, or interfere with any person who exercises his or her rights that are protected by law. Therefore, if a tenant files a fair housing complaint with any state, local, or federal agency, a housing provider must must allow the tenant to exercise that right. If you have want to learn more, go to https://www.lhop.org/rent/tenants/tenant-rights-manuals/ or call 717-742-0444 #fairhousingfriday

Throughout York County there are many opportunities for job trainings. Pa Career Link of York County has several training coming up in the new year. Visit PA Career Link's website for upcoming trainings and job postings. https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov//Mana/SearchTrainings.aspx In the coming weeks, as updates becomes available the York Housing Opportunity Center will strive to post new information.

Last week, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania modified the eviction process to take effect on January 1, 2021. With the end of the CDC Eviction Moratorium quickly approaching, these modifications will allow and encourage landlords to continue to work with their tenants toward payment plans. In a traditional eviction case, if the courts rule in favor of the Landlord, the Landlord must wait 10 days to file for an Order of Possession which is the legal process that schedules t...he removal of a tenant from the property. After the 10 days, the landlord has 120 days to file that order, if they do not file the order of procession within 120 days, they must go through the court process of eviction again, spending more time and money. These modifications would allow 180 days, after the initial 10 day waiting period, for the Landlord to file an order of procession. The supreme court is hopeful that this will provide the parties with greater flexibility to negotiate and enter into private forbearance agreements. The Second modification made is, the extension period of a landlord’s ability to file an order of procession. Under these new ruling a landlord will be able to request written reissuing of an order of procession twice for 60 days each. In total this will give the parties 300 days to work towards a forbearance plan with out having to return to court. For more about these new regulations be sure to read here: https://www.parealtors.org/new-eviction-rules-to-go-into-e/ If you have question or concerns as withe a Landlord or a Tenant Feel free to reach out to the York Housing Opportunity Center’s Fair Housing/Landlord Tenant Line: 717-742-0444. You can also email us at [email protected]

The York Housing Opportunity Center reminds you to plan your travel. The rabbittransit will have limited routes please refer to alternated schedule for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: https://www.rabbittransit.org/2020-holiday-service-hours-a/ Please note for Christmas & New Year’s Day Rabbit Transit is CLOSED.

The York Housing Opportunity Center Office will be #CLOSED on Thursday & Friday, December 24 - 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

FAIR HOUSING FRIDAY: Landlord/Tenant Did you know that the Implied Warranty of Habitability means that Pennsylvania housing providers are required to provide a home that is safe, sanitary, fit to live in. The housing provider has the responsibility to keep it that way throughout the rental period. All tenants are entitled to equal housing services, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, or age (over 40). If you have want to learn more, go to https://www.lhop.org/rent/tenants/tenant-rights-manuals/ or call 717-291-9945 #fairhousingfriday #fairhousingfriday

The York Housing Opportunity Center is delighted to welcome Enicel Enriquez as our new Homeowner Specialist. Enicel grew up in Brooklyn New York and came to Lancaster County in 2004 with her family. Since then, she has called Lancaster her home. Enicel has a Specialized Associate Degree in Business Operation Management from YTI Institute. From 2016 to 2018 she worked for Lancaster County Redevelopment Authority... (Section 8 Department) as a Tenant Coordinator. She will be bringing her valuable bi-lingual skills in English and Spanish to her role at the York office. This will allow for greater outreach and communication with the vibrant Latino community throughout York county. Enicel looks forward to adapting her experience and training to assist the York Community in their journey to homeownership.

Be A #GoodNeighbor! The forecast calls for dropping temperatures and significant snowfall in the days ahead. That means it is time to do something as simple as a knock on the door of a neighbor who is elderly, physically challenged, or in need of assistance. Small gestures like these mean so much, and in cold weather conditions, can be vital: Identify your most vulnerable neighbors and make a plan to help. Don't wait to be asked. Check on the elderly before and after a wi...nter storm Help to clear the sidewalks of snow & ice for older or physically challenged neighbors. Let's not forget our furry neighbors! It's now illegal to leave pets tethered outside in the cold. Dog owners could face fines and even jail time for tethering their pets for longer than half an hour in temperatures below 32 degrees. See more

Lancaster Housing Opportunity Partnership and the York Housing Opportunity Center brings you Holiday Home Safety Tips! Did you know that house fires during the holiday season are more frequent, more costly, and more deadly than at any other time of the year? December is the peak time of year for home candle fires, and holiday fire fatalities are 70% higher than average, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA). Keep your holiday season happy and safe for all by f...ollowing our Holiday Home Safety Tips! #practicefiresafety #safeholidayseason #Hanukkah #Kwanzaa #Chanukah #Christmas #WinterFireSafety See more

Fair Housing Friday Did you know that there are three federal civil rights laws that provide persons with disabilities protection against discrimination in housing? Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 & The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990... Learn more, go to: https://www.lhop.org/rent/tenants/tenant-rights-manuals/ or call 717-291-9945 #fairhousingfriday

Social connection is key to mental health. Staying in and refraining from spending time outside of our households can take a toll. WellSpan Philhaven has put together a FREE app that can be a helpful tool to stay healthy by reducing stress, increasing mindfulness and tracking your mental health patterns. For more information, visit their website: https://www.wellspanphilhaven.org/myStrength-online-tools.

Our Partners at Tabor Community Services, Inc. have released their FREE Virtual December through February Workshop Schedule! #Education #Empowerment #VirtualLearning What benefit do the classes offer? Learn how to create and sustain a household budget that works for you... Understand the basics of personal banking Learn effective savings techniques Understand and improve your credit standing Learn how to choose an appropriate loan and to borrow responsibly For more information and to register for these workshops, be sure to visit their website at: https://www.tabornet.org/financial-workshops

Starting Monday November 30, 2020 the staff at the York Housing Opportunity Center will transition to remote work as a safety precaution due to the pandemic. Our team is eager to continue working with the community and we will respond promptly to phone messages and emails so please do not hesitate to contact us. Phone: 717-827-4334 or 717-742-0444 Email: [email protected]