New Limited Eviction Moratorium & HUD Funding for Legal Services Providers

 From Justice in Aging

On Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a limited eviction moratorium for renters living in communities experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases. The new moratorium began on August 3 and protects renters for up to two months, through October 3. It is estimated that 90% of all renters will be covered due to the current COVID-19 surges. The CDC’s tracker shows which counties are experiencing a substantial or high rate of transmission. This moratorium allows more time for states and localities to distribute emergency rental assistance, including to renters who have already been evicted.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced the FY 2021 Eviction Protection Grant Program to support experienced legal service providers, not limited to legal service corporations, in providing legal assistance at no cost to low-income tenants at risk of or subject to eviction. Learn more about the funding opportunity on HUD’s website.