Affordable Housing Updates NEW EVICTION RULE CHANGE for 2026
- Rosey Denise
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is making changes to existing federal eviction rules. Tenants who are receiving federal funds for housing will no longer receive a 30-day non-payment of rent notice before the eviction commences. New regulations are suggested to be similar to state eviction rules, which can be as little as 3 days in some states.
How the Eviction Process Works
At least 40 of the 50 states have zero rent control regulations. Simply put, most landlords or property investors have the right to conduct business as they see fit, including raising the rent to absorbent amounts quickly, which is one of many things that cause eviction. Non-payment of rent is the primary cause of evictions, while some can be evicted for other reasons. In Michigan, there is a summary of proceedings process, which is a fast track to eviction. The average eviction can occur in as little as 30 days or less.
Why this Rule Change is Important
Those living in these specific circumstances likely are not solely responsible for their rent; another entity is contributing. Even if the tenant pays and is current on their part, eviction can still begin and/or proceed. Numerous tenants have contacted us directly regarding this specific situation. The courts do not consider this a viable option to delay or deny eviction. In lieu of all the cutbacks and rule changes, most of which are occurring in the middle of the fiscal year, this change will cause further devastation.
Myths and Stereotypes Regarding Eviction
Homelessness, housing, and affordability issues go beyond the talking heads on television. What's most interesting is how we accept "affordability" commentary from those who have never experienced such issues. Sixty percent of Americans live paycheck to paycheck; others have childcare issues, are underemployed, or unemployed...
... Some have lost their healthcare. Others are caregivers, students, seniors, or veterans, and many work more than one job but still can't make ends meet. And NOW, instead of showing grace for one month, they now get 3 days? The excuse is this is a COVID-era policy that should not be extended; however, a few states have already adopted this rule as part of their standard eviction process. They have seen eviction cases drastically reduced.
More on Affordability Issues
Another excuse is that the landlords or property owners are losing money. This alludes to the ongoing affordability crisis, which most of those who say it isn't a problem seem to profit from. The reality is, affordability is a supply and demand issue. Property owners know and many exploit such obstacles. Otherwise, it's difficult to comprehend how one month would destroy their business, as many have suggested. Some won't even wait a week and will move to evict the first day a tenant is late on the rent.
What We Can Do
We need to do more as individuals, community members, advocates, leaders, and human beings. One does not need an official title to help. Every community suffers from housing and homelessness challenges, and not one community has enough resources or help!
Consider joining our efforts Community is a SHARED responsibility! Because we ARE the COMMUNITY!