Glossary Term
An eviction moratorium is a temporary government ban that pauses certain types of evictions for a limited time, often during emergencies or disasters. Moratoriums are usually issued by a federal, state, or local government and typically cover specific situations, such as nonpayment of rent. They do not erase rent owed, and they end when the order expires.
In short
An eviction moratorium is a temporary government ban that pauses certain types of evictions for a limited time, often during emergencies or disasters. Moratoriums are usually issued by a federal, state, or local government and typically cover specific situations, such as nonpayment of rent. They do not erase rent owed, and they end when the order expires.
Understanding how moratoriums work helps you know what protections might apply during an emergency and what obligations, like back rent, may still remain afterward.
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It depends on your location and current government orders, which change over time. Check with your state or local government for any moratorium that may apply.
Generally no. A moratorium typically pauses certain evictions but does not cancel rent, so back rent usually still comes due when the pause ends.
It depends on the order. Moratoriums often cover only specific situations, like nonpayment, and may not block evictions for other reasons. Read the order carefully.
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