Tenant Union Representative Network

Tenant Union Representative Network TURN maintains and protects each person's right to housing.

This is accomplished through organizing tenants' councils, advocating for renters issues, advising on fair housing complaints, and educating tenants on their human and legal rights. TURN offers a variety of housing related services including tenant rights workshops and individual counseling, hotline assistance, organizing assistance and rental and mortgage assistance. TURN provides services to Philadelphia residents to assist with::
>defense in eviction actions;
>rental unit repair problems;
>assistance with organizing tenant unions;
>assistance with housing discrimination claims;
>cash assistance with rent, utility and mortgage arrearages (when money is available);
>subsidy and relocation services to qualifying tenants referred by the City of Philadelphia;
>Providing referrals for Philadelphia households to access additional support services.

What Tenants Should Know About UtilitiesProviding access to utilities and paying for those utilities are two different r...
09/29/2026

What Tenants Should Know About Utilities
Providing access to utilities and paying for those utilities are two different responsibilities. Landlords must provide access to basic necessities, while the lease may determine whether the tenant covers the costs. Our Tenant Laws: Utilities service provides guidance on understanding these responsibilities and rental requirements.
Understand your lease before signing a rental agreement. https://rturn.net/

[Utility Access, Utility Costs, Tenant Laws, Lease Agreement, Landlord Responsibilities, Tenant Obligations, Rental Property, Basic Utilities]

Is property research useful when managing an existing rental?It can be. Reviewing available property information may hel...
09/28/2026

Is property research useful when managing an existing rental?
It can be. Reviewing available property information may help landlords stay informed about circumstances surrounding a property while managing their rental responsibilities.
[Property Management, Rental Property, Property Research, Landlord Services, Property Information, Property Records, Rental Management, Landlord Resources]

When multiple tenants occupy a property over the years, knowing when certain changes occurred can become difficult. Regu...
09/25/2026

When multiple tenants occupy a property over the years, knowing when certain changes occurred can become difficult.

Regular Rental Property Inspections can help create a clearer history of the property's condition.

[Rental Property Inspection, Property Condition, Rental Property, Tenant Turnover, Property History, Landlord Inspection, Property Management, Rental Maintenance]

Your Lease Is a Legal AgreementA lease is more than an agreement about paying rent. Its terms can be enforced in court, ...
09/24/2026

Your Lease Is a Legal Agreement
A lease is more than an agreement about paying rent. Its terms can be enforced in court, making it important for tenants to understand what they have agreed to before entering a rental arrangement.
Review your lease and understand your obligations. https://rturn.net/

[Lease Agreement, Tenant Laws, Leasing, Tenant Obligations, Landlord Rights, Rental Agreement, Tenant Rights, Rental Laws]

Why inspect a rental property before occupancy?Inspecting the property beforehand gives landlords and tenants a better u...
09/23/2026

Why inspect a rental property before occupancy?
Inspecting the property beforehand gives landlords and tenants a better understanding of its condition and can help identify concerns before occupancy.
[Rental Inspection, Property Occupancy, Rental Property, Property Condition, Tenant Safety, Landlord Inspection, Property Assessment, Rental Safety]

Every Tenant Deserves A Safe HomeA home should provide safety, dignity, and stability. TURN believes tenants have a lega...
09/22/2026

Every Tenant Deserves A Safe Home
A home should provide safety, dignity, and stability. TURN believes tenants have a legal right to a safe and decent place to live—and advocates for those rights.
Learn more about tenant rights and support housing advocacy. https://rturn.net/

[Tenant Rights, Housing Rights, Safe Housing, Decent Housing, Housing Justice, Tenant Support, Housing Advocacy, TURN]

Webinars give landlords and tenants an opportunity to stay informed about topics that can affect rental housing and land...
09/21/2026

Webinars give landlords and tenants an opportunity to stay informed about topics that can affect rental housing and landlord-tenant relationships.

[Landlord Tenant, Housing Updates, Rental Education, Tenant Information]

A Repair Problem? Know What Comes Next.Dealing with a repair issue can leave tenants unsure about what to do next. The R...
09/18/2026

A Repair Problem? Know What Comes Next.
Dealing with a repair issue can leave tenants unsure about what to do next. The Repair Clinic helps explain tenant rights around repairs and provides guidance on possible follow-up steps.
Get informed about your rights when facing repair issues. https://rturn.net/

[Repair Issues, Tenant Rights, Repair Clinic, Tenant Support, Rental Repairs, Housing Education, Repair Guidance, Tenant Resources]

Have Questions About Landlord-Tenant Issues?Landlord-tenant situations can involve a wide range of issues. TURN's webina...
09/17/2026

Have Questions About Landlord-Tenant Issues?
Landlord-tenant situations can involve a wide range of issues. TURN's webinars provide educational opportunities to explore these topics through sessions offered both in person and via Zoom video conferencing.
Explore TURN's landlord-tenant webinar opportunities today. https://rturn.net/

[Landlord-Tenant Issues, Landlord-Tenant Webinars, Housing Questions, Tenant Issues, Landlord Issues, Educational Sessions, Zoom Conferencing, TURN]

Repair Clinic discussions can help tenants better understand common situations that may arise when maintenance concerns ...
09/16/2026

Repair Clinic discussions can help tenants better understand common situations that may arise when maintenance concerns occur in a rental property.

[Repair Discussions, Rental Maintenance, Tenant Education, Property Repair]

Address

100 South Broad Street, Suite 800
Philadelphia, PA
19110

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(215) 940-3900

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