Landlords and property managers play a crucial role in eviction prevention. Their strategies and decisions control whether and how tenants are evicted.
The piece by Abby Boshart and Kathryn Reynolds presents five detailed strategies for landlords, in order to increase housing stability and prevent harmful evictions. The 5 strategies include:
Remove barriers for tenants in their housing search and use transparent processes when establishing tenancy.
Use clear, accessible, and equitable communication through all stages of tenancy.
Proactively connect tenants to resources and encourage communities of support.
Allow flexibility in terms, processes, and payments for renters to reduce the likelihood of eviction.
Commit to procedures that prioritize eviction diversion in the case of non-payment or late payment.
The piece details each of these 5 landlord-focused strategies. It also contextualizes these 5 strategies in a more detailed PDF report for rental housing owners.
How do we bring an equity lens to eviction prevention work? A recent session at the Eviction Prevention Learning Lab can highlight ways to be more deliberate in helping people of color at risk of eviciton.
Are you trying to involve your local courts in regional eviction prevention efforts? Use this template to guide you through how to find the right contacts and be prepared to engage the court effectively.