Housing

Residents in Richmond’s Northside who were facing eviction will be able to stay in their home through at least December -- due in large part to the work of anti-eviction activists.

Richmond landlords have filed more than 3,500 evictions since the start of the pandemic. And advocates say it’s worsening the city’s eviction crisis. At a recent election forum, Richmond’s mayoral candidates shared what they would do to tackle this issue.

The federal government and Virginia put protections in place to prevent evictions during the pandemic, but the measures haven't covered everyone. Some of the most vulnerable people in the region have lost their homes.

Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority submitted its annual plan for federal approval, following a 45-day comment period. But advocates have criticized the agency over its outreach efforts.

The state Senate passed two bills on Thursday that aim to help renters stay in their homes.

Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney’s administration presented plans to City Council Monday night on increasing access to affordable housing.

Richmond's housing authority is proposing the demolition of all existing public housing, which would be replaced with subsidized housing vouchers. Advocates say the plan will displace families who lack options and leave them homeless - and they say the agency isn't doing enough to include existing tenants in the process.

A new program from Richmond Public Schools is helping students facing homelessness to attend class and find a home.

The COVID-19 pandemic has put millions out of work, leaving many struggling to pay rent. In response, state lawmakers are considering several housing protection bills during the General Assembly’s special session.

Martin Wegbreit, Director of Litigation for the Central Virginia Legal Aid Society, and Patrick McCloud, CEO of the Virginia Apartment Management Association join VPM editor Dan Rosenthal to talk about evictions during the coronavirus pandemic.