The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced on April 1 a proposed rule that would change the eviction notice requirements for tenants in HUD-assisted housing. The proposal is now open for public comment until Monday, April 27.
The issue matters because the proposed rule could impact how much warning tenants receive before being evicted for unpaid rent. This may affect people with disabilities, older adults, and families who rely on stable housing to access services, maintain employment, and stay connected to community supports.
According to HUD’s proposal, Public Housing Authorities and providers in HUD-assisted housing would no longer be required to give tenants at least 30 days’ notice before ending a lease due to unpaid rent. They also would not have to provide a minimum of 30 days for tenants to pay overdue rent. Instead, eviction timelines could follow state or local laws, which may allow shorter notice periods.
In 2024, HUD had implemented a rule mandating these protections nationwide—even in states with shorter timelines—but the new proposal seeks to remove them. If adopted after review of public comments and issuance of a final rule, notices might no longer need to include clear information or extended payment periods.
Stable housing is described as important for people living in HUD-assisted units because it helps individuals with disabilities keep their jobs and maintain support systems. Changes could reduce the time households have to catch up on missed payments or arrange payment plans before facing eviction proceedings.
Community members are encouraged by officials to submit public comments about the proposed changes through the federal register website before the deadline. Questions can be directed to the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities at ICDDInfo@Illinois.gov.
