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Expiring State Eviction Protections

State level eviction protections expire June 30, 2022. Here is what you need to know.

Waiting on Approval of Your Rent Relief Application?

The Virginia Rent Relief Program (RRP) is winding down. If you submitted an application  by May 15, 2022, you may still receive assistance. If your application has not be been approved, see this Comprehensive Gov2Go Guide on how to check the status of your application and make edits to your application.

Source of Income Protections

Source of income, or source of funds, became a protected class in the Virginia Fair Housing Law on July 1, 2020. It is unlawful to discriminate against a renter or homebuyer because of any source that lawfully provides funds to or on behalf that person.

What to Do if You Receive an Abandonment Notice

If your landlord gives you a notice claiming you abandoned the property, you must act quickly to keep your lease.

valegalaid.org

Need help with other civil legal issues? Visit valegalaid.org for more helpful resources.

LawHelp Interactive

Get help filling out the Tenants Assertion and Complaint Form (DC 429).

1-866-534-5243 (1-866-LEGLAID)

Find your local legal aid who can assist you.

Virginia Poverty Law Center
919 East Main Street, Suite 610
Richmond, VA 23219
P: (804) 782-9430
F: (804) 649-0974

Eviction Legal Helpline
833-NOEVICT

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