CDC updates eviction moratorium FAQs for HUD’s Office of Public and Indian Housing, HUD announces $10 million in capacity building grants for rural America, PIH informs public housing agencies of extended CDC eviction moratorium, and more.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updates eviction moratorium FAQs for HUD’s Office of Public and Indian Housing

The newest version, published on January 8, provides updates to three FAQs dealing with applicability and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. Read more

HUD announces $10 million in capacity building grants for rural America

These grants will help five national non-profit organizations create affordable housing and stimulate community development for low-income families and individuals in rural areas. Read more

PIH informs public housing agency directors of extended CDC eviction moratorium

The notice states the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) extended the eviction moratorium to January 31, 2021. Tenants must sign a declaration that is attached to the CDC Order to receive this eviction protection. Read more

Governor Cuomo signs the COVID-19 Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2020

This act prevents residential evictions, foreclosure proceedings, credit discrimination, and negative credit reporting related to the pandemic. The moratorium on residential evictions goes into effect until May 1, 2021 for tenants who submitted a hardship declaration or a document explaining the source of the hardship. Read more

HCV mobility demonstration webinar recording now available on HUD's website

The webinar provides PHAs with a deeper dive into the application requirements so agencies can gain a better understanding of how to submit a proposal to HUD. Read more