TOOLKIT 4: DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING LOCAL EVICTION PREVENTION POLICIES AND PROGRAMS

As more and more cities are recognizing the important role mom-and-pop landlords play in housing stability, the design and implementation of eviction prevention policies and programs should also reflect and respond to the needs of local mom-and-pop landlords. [...] Designing the right policies and programs for your community Engage landlords, tenants and the wider community to understand the major barriers What policies and programs exist? and constraints they face. [...] Regardless of the exact form of the event, landlord recruitment is key to getting to know the landlord community on a more informal basis and building the foundations for long- lasting relationships with landlords. [...] By providing financial support to landlords, cities can encourage them to make critical repairs to improve the quality of the local housing stock and the health and safety of tenants. [...] MATCH THE EXEMPTION OR ABATEMENT TO THE DESIRED BEHAVIOR Carefully consider the size and duration of the exemption or abatement.