Administrative Judge Cheryl M. Wiltshire brings a deep commitment to fairness, professionalism, and public service to the Cleveland Housing Court. Beginning her legal career as a judicial law clerk, she has served as a staff attorney, private practitioner, and Housing Court magistrate, bringing a thoughtful, balanced approach to the work of the Court and treating all who appear before it with dignity and respect, in keeping with the principles of an impartial judiciary and the rule of law.
Welcome!
Welcome to the Cleveland Housing Court, where we serve the community as a trusted resource for housing matters.
Our Mission
We're committed to efficient and fair handling of every case at Housing Court, with integrity and impartiality as our top priority. We're constantly improving our accessible services to build a better court system for Cleveland that serves with excellence and accountability.
Housing Court is in Session at a Cleveland Public Library
Cleveland Housing Court and Cleveland Public Library have teamed up to bring the court to the community. The Neighborhood Housing Court Kiosk is solely for the use of Clevelanders who need to appear before Cleveland Housing Court without traveling downtown. The kiosks are available on a walk-in basis starting at 10 a.m., Hough, Mt. Pleasant, and South Branches.
Who we are.
Established in 1980, Cleveland Housing Court is one of two specialized housing courts in the state of Ohio, hearing both civil and criminal cases.
The Honorable Judge Cheryl M. Wiltshire
A New Chapter for Cleveland Housing Court: Judicial Perspective Under New Leadership
Under the leadership of Judge Cheryl M. Wiltshire, Cleveland Housing Court is committed to fair, professional, and consistent administration of justice. The Court works to balance the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords while ensuring that all who appear before it are treated with dignity and afforded due process. Emphasizing stability, clarity, and evenhanded decision-making, Judge Wiltshire supports a calm and respectful courtroom environment for litigants and staff alike. Through careful stewardship of existing resources and community partnerships, the Court continues to strengthen access to justice and reinforce public confidence in its role as a fair and reliable institution.
The 4 locations are: South Branch, Mt. Pleasant, Hough Branch, Carnegie West
Cleveland Housing Court Is in Session at Cleveland Public Library
Cleveland Housing Court
Under the leadership of Administrative Judge Cheryl M. Wiltshire, Cleveland Housing Court’s civil division adjudicates matters involving individuals, corporations, and other entities, with the majority of cases centered on landlord-tenant issues. The Court also handles related civil actions such as receiverships and nuisance abatements.
You have rights, get to know them.
As a tenant
What you need to know about renting or leasing, including information on laws, regulations, mediation, rent deposits, utilities, Housing Specialists, and other important facts.
Learn MoreAs a landlord
What you need to know about being a landlord, including information on laws and regulations on landlord/tenant relations, eviction procedures, lead safety, and mediation.
Learn MoreAs a property owner
What you need to know before becoming a homeowner, including information on code violations, contract tips, vacant property clean-up, and nuisance abatement.
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We're here to help
Cleveland Housing Court works closely with a number of agencies and organizations that offer essential services, from lead paint to the law. Find a range of resources available here.
Housing Court Events
Community events are part of the mission of Cleveland Housing Court, from our Housing Resource Clinics to Workshops for landlords or tenants and more. See the latest schedule here.
Lead Safe Cleveland Coalition
This public-private partnership was formed to address the issue of lead poisoning in our community. Their approach is preventive, comprehensive and long term. Open to everyone, the coalition believes that no child should ever be lead poisoned.
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Legal Aid’s mission is to secure justice and resolve fundamental problems for those who have low incomes and are vulnerable by providing high-quality legal services and working for systemic solutions. Legal Aid never charges clients for services.
CHN Housing Partners
This nonprofit affordable housing developer and housing service provider works with its partners to solve major housing challenges and deliver resources to low-income people and underserved communities to improve housing stability.
