iStockStill in force: State protectionsAt least four states, including Oregon, Nevada, New York, and Nevada, have temporarily banned evictions for those who have pending rental assistance applications. Experts recommend that you apply for aid immediately if you are concerned about being evicted. The 484 programs that provide aid are listed by the National Low Income Housing Coalition. A new tool is available from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to assist you in applying for rental relief. You could be eligible for up to 18 months rent coverage if you are approved. Some areas still ban evictions. The eviction moratorium in Illinois will remain in effect until August and Maryland's until August 15. Hawaii's eviction ban expires August 6.California has 1.6 million renters who may be in arrears. Most landlords are unable to proceed with evictions until October. Washington, D.C. landlords cannot begin evictions until August 26, and only if they have filed the paperwork before the pandemic. You must be notified within 30 days. D.C.'s other evictions cannot resume until October 12, and you must receive at least 60 days notice. New York extended its eviction moratorium to September for tenants who have suffered a Covid-related setback, or who could be at risk from moving. Renters must complete a hardship form and submit it to their landlord in order to be eligible. New Jersey renters can't be kicked from their homes until January. While these policies can be more complex, they can still help renters remain in their homes.
