In addition to direct legal representation, we support tenant rights across the entire spectrum of community needs including:

• General housing advice

• Dealing with administrative agencies such as local housing departments (e.g. HCID), Department of Building and Safety, and Department of Environmental Services (e.g., health department)

• Coordinating tenants for collective action at properties

• Working with government agencies and court-appointed receivers to repair dilapidated properties and eliminate substandard housing

• Supporting tenants with Los Angeles’ Rent Escrow Account Program (REAP)

• Coordinating with constituent offices of elected representatives regarding individual tenant issues or problems

• Attending and organizing protests and vigils at strategic locations whether city council meetings or the homes of landlords

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Community Education & Advocacy

BASTA provides community education outreach to help tenants understand the root causes of eviction and homelessness, as well as their rights as tenants under local rent control ordinances and state law. BASTA assists its clients in becoming productive members of society through a variety of social, cultural and educational activities.  BASTA advocates before state and local governments for strengthening the laws that protect tenants and improve apartment conditions throughout Los Angeles.

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