ADIL 34, formally the Agence Départementale d’Information sur le Logement de l’Hérault, is a not-for-profit association governed by France’s 1901 association law and established in 1994. It is approved by the National Agency for Housing Information (ANIL) and operates under an agreement with the housing ministry. 35
Based in Montpellier, ADIL 34 serves residents across the Hérault department through its Montpellier and Béziers information centres and local appointments. 25 Its jurists provide free, neutral and comprehensive information on legal, financial and tax matters related to housing and urban planning, helping people understand their rights and obligations and consider options suited to their circumstances. 5
Its advice covers questions faced by both tenants and homeowners, including renting, financial difficulties, renovation and buying a home. [Website excerpt] The organisation also works on housing quality, supporting households and partners in identifying and addressing substandard or unsafe housing, and provides information and guidance on rent arrears and eviction prevention. [Website excerpt] ADIL 34 monitors local housing markets, including rents, to inform public policy and local stakeholders. [Website excerpt] It also offers training on housing-related legal, technical and practical issues for professionals and partner organisations. [Website excerpt]
The organisation’s published legal notice names Christine Mula as its director. 3 ADIL 34 is part of the wider ANIL/ADIL network, while its stated service area and in-person centres are in Hérault. 5