Government Affairs: The Never-ending Moratorium & Rent Relief Fight

We Have to Wake Congress UP

Congress has still not come together to answer the calls of apartment residents and the apartment industry by providing comprehensive rent relief for the multitudes that are suffering financially as a result of COVID-19. Again and again, both parties seem willing to throw out the concept for a cheap political advance one day just to reel it back the next. We need real action. Join VAMA and NAA in urging our federal representatives to pass comprehensive rent relief right now. Now is our time to make some noise. CLICK HERE TO TAKE ACTION.

The RMRP is Making Some Big Changes

There are exciting changes coming as time runs out for CARES Act money to be spent. These funds, which power the Rent and Mortgage Relief Program (RMRP) need to be committed by December 31, 2020. Thus, Virginia’s Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has now set a deadline for applications to be in.

The last day for all RMRP grantees to accept applications is close of business day on Sunday, November 15. With the November 15 cut-off date in mind, RMRP grantees will now be able to pay eligible rent and mortgage expenses forward, through December 31, 2020.

There is one key qualifier. In order to apply for forward-looking rent, tenants' leases must go through December 31, 2020. If an eligible applicant has a lease ending before then, rent can only be paid through the final day of their lease.

VAMA in the News

Check out Patrick McCloud in the Virginia Mercury’s reporting on COVID-19 and the CARES Act.

Support VAMAPAC

If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that VAMA has a need when it comes to the General Assembly. We need to find and support new legislative champions for the apartment industry, and our residents. VAMAPAC is a powerful tool to make our voices heard in politics. Join the leaders in our industry now in helping to support VAMAPAC. If you can, even a small donation makes a big difference as we continue to man the front lines against the destructive policy proposals that face us here in Virginia. Learn more and donate at this link.

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