Some states and cities have implemented their own renter protections during the pandemic, but this moratorium would lay out a nationwide blanket of relief.
The order, however, would not relieve renters of their payment obligation—it would just keep them from being evicted from their homes.
In order to be protected from eviction, renters will have to prove that they’re likely to become homeless if kicked out of their dwellings. However, renters will still be required to pay as much rent as they can afford. Renters would be required to provide a declaration form to their landlord stating they’ve tried to obtain available government assistance for rent or housing, make under the required income thresholds, can’t currently afford their rent and are at risk of homelessness if evicted.
Housing experts are already sounding the alarm on the oncoming executive order, stating it doesn’t do enough to protect renters, and further aid will be necessary.
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