{"id":108271,"date":"2025-07-31T19:01:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T19:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/108271\/"},"modified":"2025-07-31T19:01:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T19:01:13","slug":"free-legal-aid-rental-assistance-programs-for-tenants-in-the-greater-houston-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/108271\/","title":{"rendered":"Free legal aid, rental assistance programs for tenants in the Greater Houston Area"},"content":{"rendered":"

HOUSTON<\/strong> \u2013 Houston and Harris County <\/a>renters have access to a growing network of local organizations dedicated to offering support and resources.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re facing eviction or dealing with maintenance issues, you have rights. <\/p>\n

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The Neighborhood Defender Service of Texas<\/b><\/a> (NDS) is stepping in to provide critical support for low-income residents of Harris County facing eviction. Their community-based, holistic housing defense services are offered free of charge, ensuring vulnerable individuals and families have access to professional legal assistance during difficult times.<\/p>\n

If you or someone you know is at risk of eviction, NDS is ready to help. They can be reached at 713-208-5577 for more information or to apply for assistance.<\/p>\n

SEE ALSO:<\/b> What Texas renters should know if they\u2019ve been wrongfully evicted<\/a><\/p>\n

To qualify for legal services under the NDS Eviction Defense Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n