*submitted by Lisa Graziano
As shared by the CA State Council on Developmental Disabilities in March, 2026 the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a rule that changes how much notice tenants receive before eviction for unpaid rent in HUD-assisted housing.
What You Need to Know
In 2024, HUD created a rule that required Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and housing providers in HUD-assisted housing to give tenants at least 30 days’ notice before ending a lease for unpaid rent. The rule also gave tenants 30 days to catch up on rent before an eviction could move forward, even in states with shorter timelines.
HUD has now issued a new rule that removes these protections. Starting March 30, 2026, the federal rule will no longer require housing providers in HUD-assisted housing to give tenants 30 days’ notice or 30 days to pay past-due rent.
Instead, eviction timelines may follow state or local laws, which in some places allow shorter notice periods.
Why This Matters to You
Having stable housing is very important for people with disabilities, older adults, and families who depend on HUD-assisted housing.
Changes to eviction timelines may affect:
- *How much time tenants have to catch up on rent
- *Work out a payment plan
- *Get help that may prevent eviction
With less time, some households may struggle to catch up on rent or fix money problems before eviction starts.
Housing instability can also make it harder to get health care, keep a job, stay in school, or access community supports.
What You Can Do
HUD is accepting public comments about this rule until Monday, April 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Public comments allow people and organizations to share their experiences, concerns, or perspectives.
You can submit comments if you want to explain:
- *How housing rules affect you or your family
- *Challenges related to rent payments or eviction timelines
- *Your experience with HUD-assisted housing
- *Ideas you want HUD to review
How to Submit a Comment:
Comments can be submitted through the federal register website here:
Every Comment Makes a Difference!
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