eviction bans
No-removal housing laws
Eviction bans are government orders temporarily prohibiting landlords from removing tenants for nonpayment of rent.
They typically emerge during economic crises or public health emergencies: During the pandemic, eviction bans kept millions in their homes.
Also called eviction moratoriums.
The bans delay rather than forgive rent owed, leaving tenants with accumulated debt once lifted.
- moratoriumTemporary prohibition or delay
- tenantOne who rents property
- tenant rightsLessee's legal entitlements
- landlordProperty owner renting out
- housingDwellings or protective covering
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