Help with imminent loss of housing (housing security)

Counselling and help for Munich residents whose tenancy is threatened by termination or eviction proceedings.

Description

The specialist centre for the prevention of homelessness advises

  • and examines the possibility of taking over the rent arrears
  • on the legality of the eviction proceedings
  • about possible financial assistance
  • about entitlement to housing benefit or other housing assistance
  • on personal assistance (debt counselling, socio-educational assistance)

Special contact point

A cancellation can quickly lead to eviction proceedings and homelessness. Make an appointment as soon as possible with the "Specialist centre for the prevention of homelessness" in the social centre responsible for you

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Prerequisites

The counselling service is open to all Munich residents whose tenancy is under threat.

Required documents

  • Passport or identity card of all persons living in the flat
  • Tenancy agreement, last rent increase letter
  • Landlord's statement of monthly rental costs
  • Reminders, cancellation notices and eviction notices with envelopes as proof of delivery
  • Certificate of earnings, proof of income
  • Receipt for the last rent paid
  • Complete bank statements for the last three months
  • Proof of assets if available (e.g. car, life insurance, building society savings contract)
  • Proof of debts, loans, maintenance payments or other liabilities, if available
  • Divorce decree, proof of custody, if available
  • Mother's passport, if available

Duration & Costs

Fees

There are no fees.

Questions & Answers

How do I contact the specialist centre for the prevention of homelessness?


Use the "Social community centre search" to find the social community centre responsible for you. Describe your concerns either by telephone on the number given there or in person. In both cases, you will first reach the information desk of the social community centre, which will then refer you to the specialist centre.



Will the city take over my rent debts?


Within the legal framework, it is possible for rent debts to be taken over, usually as a loan.



What happens if the tenancy cannot be maintained?


If you are unable to find a new flat or place to stay, you may be placed in a facility run by the City of Munich's homeless assistance system.



Will I receive further help if the tenancy has been maintained?


Yes, there is the possibility of aftercare following successful retention of the tenancy. This is also initiated by the specialist centres on request.

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