At the Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center (ACHPRC), our mission is to support rental property owners in unincorporated Alameda County with tools, education, and resources to create safe, stable, and successful housing. One of our key partners in this effort is the Alameda County Healthy Homes Department (ACHHD)—an agency dedicated to ensuring that residential environments promote the health and safety of everyone who lives in them.

Together, Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center (ACHPRC) and ACHHD are working to promote healthier housing conditions through education, financial assistance, and direct services to landlords, tenants, and homeowners alike.

What Is the Alameda County Healthy Homes Department?

ACHHD is a vital public health resource that helps residents and property owners address environmental hazards inside the home. The department focuses on preventing issues such as:

  • Lead poisoning and lead-based paint exposure
  • Mold and moisture problems
  • Pest infestations
  • Poor indoor air quality
  • Unsafe structures

By targeting these preventable hazards, Healthy Homes helps reduce health disparities and protect vulnerable populations—especially children, seniors, and people with chronic health conditions.

Visit the department’s website here: ACHHD Healthy Homes

Services and Programs for Rental Property Owners

ACHHD offers free assessments and grant-funded home improvements that are especially beneficial to landlords seeking to maintain or improve older properties. These include:

  • Lead Hazard Repair Grants: Up to $10,000 per unit to fix peeling or chipping lead-based paint (for homes built before 1960).
  • Minor Home Repair Grants: For essential health and safety upgrades like plumbing repairs, smoke/CO detector installation, grab bars, and more.
  • Asthma Prevention Programs: For households with children who suffer from asthma, helping to identify and eliminate asthma triggers in the home.

These programs not only protect tenants but also reduce liability and long-term maintenance costs for rental property owners.

Learn more about grant eligibility here: ACHHD Housing Renovation Services

How ACHPRC Supports Healthy Homes

ACHPRC works closely with the Healthy Homes Department to ensure rental property owners in unincorporated Alameda County know about these vital services. Here’s how we help:

  • Referrals & Guidance: We can connect you directly to Healthy Homes staff and help you determine if your rental qualifies for a repair grant or inspection.
  • Workshops & Webinars: ACHPRC regularly hosts educational sessions highlighting county health and safety requirements and available support.
  • One-on-One Support: We assist rental providers in navigating application forms and understanding compliance responsibilities.

Whether you’re new to renting or managing multiple units, the Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center (ACHPRC) is here to help you access resources that improve the health of your rental property—and your tenants.

Let’s Rent Safer Homes, Together

Healthy housing isn’t just a personal benefit—it’s a community goal. The Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center (ACHPRC) is proud to amplify the work of the Alameda County Healthy Homes Department and encourage every rental property owner to explore these services.

👉 Have questions or need help connecting with Healthy Homes?
 📞 Call us at (510) 868-0700
 🌐 Visit us at www.achprc.org