Tenant Input on Federal Tenant Protections Needed
As NLIHC works with Congress and the Administration to enhance tenant protections on a national scale, we invite YOU to share your thoughts and feedback on what federal tenant protections you would like to see.
1.
Are you a tenant answering these questions about your own experiences?
Yes
No (please specify)
2.
What has your experience been like applying for housing? Was this for assisted housing or in the private market?
3.
What barriers to applying to housing have you faced? Was this for assisted housing or in the private market?
4.
What would you change about the application process for private and/or assisted housing?
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What issues related to habitability – or having a safe, decent home – have you experienced? Was this in the private market or assisted housing?
6.
Have you faced challenges in addressing issues with your landlord? If so, what were they?
7.
What issues around lease renewal and rent increases have you experienced?
8.
Have you participated in tenant organizing, and if so, what barriers have you faced in doing so successfully? Was this in the private market or assisted housing?
9.
What information or supports do you need to be successful in addressing issues with your landlord?
10.
How has eviction impacted you or someone you know?
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What would you change about the eviction process?
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What renter protections do you need to remain stably housed or successfully find your next home?
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What would you like to see Congress or the Administration do to address these issues?
