Houston
How The National Eviction Moratorium Could Impact Houston Renters
Posted on · "If I have any criticism, it is that this didn't take place a very long time ago. But better late than never."
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City of Houston
Despite Broad Support, Mayor Turner Won’t Budge On Houston Eviction Grace Period
Posted on · The Housing Stability Task Force -- a group convened by Houston and Harris County's recovery czars -- has unanimously recommended a grace period ordinance. Mayor Sylvester Turner won't do it.
City of Houston
Houstonians Urge Mayor, City Council To Pass Eviction Grace Period During COVID-19
Posted on · For months, members of the public have continued to ask Mayor Sylvester Turner to vote on a measure giving renters more time to pay rent as the region continues to struggle with an economic and public health disaster.
Harris County
Housing Advocates Say Houston’s Approaching An Eviction ‘Doomsday’
Posted on · The only formal emergency eviction protections in place in the Houston area are set to expire on July 25.
Harris County
As COVID-19 Continues To Spread, Harris County Courts Are Moving Forward With Evictions
Posted on · County and city officials have declined to take actions that are currently protecting renters from eviction in other Texas cities.
City of Houston
Does Your Houston City Council Member Support Delaying Evictions Amid COVID-19? We Asked
Posted on · Here’s how city council members did or did not respond to requests for comment on eviction protection.
In-Depth
Texas Lifts Moratorium On Evictions, Leaving Houston Renters Vulnerable
Posted on · Renters in Texas, many of whom have lost their jobs because of the pandemic, can now be kicked out of their homes.