National League of Cities Updates Eviction Prevention Policy Tool Amid Funding Shifts
The National League of Cities (NLC) has released an updated version of its Eviction Prevention Policy and Program Tool, highlighting significant changes in the eviction landscape across the United States. This update comes after the expiration of COVID-era eviction prevention funding and policies, coupled with shifts in federally-funded housing programs. Many Emergency Rental Assistance programs have concluded due to the depletion of ARPA funds. In response, local policies such as rental registries are gaining increased traction nationwide. The updated tool now features nearly 600 active programs and policies across 375 cities. Smaller cities are demonstrating adaptability by partnering with other local governments and organizations to sustain cash assistance for renters facing eviction, effectively navigating the changes in federal funding. Examples include Milton, Mass., which uses private funding and partnerships to support rental assistance, and Avondale, Ariz., where a Community Action Program provide...
