Iowa Supreme Court Ends 30-Day Eviction Notice, Sparking Outrage
The Iowa Supreme Court overturned a federal COVID-era provision requiring 30-day eviction notices for tenants receiving federal housing assistance, reducing the notice period to three days. This decision, the first of its kind nationally, stems from the interpretation of the CARES Act’s temporary provisions. The ruling is expected to disproportionately affect low-income renters, potentially exacerbating homelessness and straining already limited resources for housing assistance. Critics argue the change is cruel and will burden an already strained system, while proponents believe it aligns with the CARES Act’s intended temporary nature.
John Q. Hosedrinker