Additional Housing Resources

This page provides additional housing-related resources.

211 Call Centers

2-1-1 provides the health and human services equivalent of 9-1-1 to give or get help. United Way organizes this service.

• Learn more about 2-1-1
• Click the icon to the right to find the Michigan 2-1-1 call centers and on-line searchable databases in your area.

Guide to Rental Rights

Review a practical guide regarding the rental rights of Tenants and Landlords

Consumer Alerts and Utility Information

Review the latest consumer alerts and utility information from the Public Service Commission

MSHDA Rental Assistance Programs

Review MSHDA programs relating to rental assistance.

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) priorities

Review HUD's current priorities and reports.

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Visit the Michigan DHS web site to find services available from the DHS in your area

Energy Star Ratings

Find out more about Energy Star and how it can affect your utility payments. Ratings are generally geared toward new construction and building which receive the rating must meet strict efficiency standards. Find an energy star rated home can save you money at these sites:

• About ENERGY STAR at energystar.gov
• Saving Money and Energy in HUD-Assisted and HUD-Financed Housing