If you have a disagreement or dispute with your landlord, the following organizations can offer advice:
- ADIL: The Departmental Housing Information Agencies provide free advice on legal, financial, and tax issues related to housing. www.anil.org
- Youth Information Network: Professionals from the IJ network provide free information and advice on all housing-related issues, including available housing, financial assistance, online procedures, and the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords. If necessary, they refer individuals to a specialized organization. www.jeunes-bfc.fr/reseau-ij
- Local Committee for Independent Housing for Young People (CLLAJ): They offer personalized assistance to young people (ages 16–30) looking for housing by helping them access their rights and find a suitable housing solution. www.uncllaj.org et www.projet-toit.fr
- Departmental Conciliation Commission (CDC): In the event of disputes regarding rent, security deposits, move-out inspections, etc., the CDC works to find an amicable solution with your landlord. Please note: it does not intervene if the lease is a flexible lease. There is a commission in every department: https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F1216
- Tenant advocacy associations: they provide information, advice, and representation for tenants. www.clcv.org / www.lacnl.com / www.la-csf.org / www.quechoisir.org / www.unaf.fr
- There are also judicial mediators who can help you reach an amicable settlement of a dispute with your landlord or other tenants: www.conciliateurs.fr
- You can also visit a Point-justice: www.annuaires.justice.gouv.fr