Protecting Tenants
All renters deserve stable, safe, and affordable housing.
About Our Work
Too many Virginians who rent face eviction, unsafe conditions, and discriminatory practices. In partnership with the Allies for Housing Action (AHA) Coalition, Virginia Interfaith Center advocates for policies that protect renters, prevent homelessness, and hold landlords accountable—ensuring every Virginian has the right to a safe home.
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Legislative Actions & Priorities
Protecting Tenants
14-Day Pay or Quit
Extend the timeline renters have to catch up on missed payments, reducing unnecessary evictions.
Non-Discrimination Protections
Prevent landlords from denying housing based on dismissed evictions or unrelated, outdated criminal records.
Safety Protections
Ensure tenants and localities can bring cases against landlords who neglect property maintenance.
Homeless Bill of Rights
Decriminalize homelessness and guarantee access to resources and rights for people experiencing homelessness.
How to Get Involved
Stand with Virginia’s renters by contacting your legislators to support tenant protections. Share your story if you’ve experienced housing instability, and help us raise awareness in your community.
Visit our Get Involved and Events Calendar pages to find opportunities to act.
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Protecting Tenants
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Join us in making a difference—discover how you can support our mission, attend upcoming events, and explore our resources to stay engaged and help create positive change in our community.
