Landlords Seek Billions Over Eviction Moratorium
3 weeks ago
A group of more than 1,500 landlords is seeking up to $1.5 billion from the federal government, arguing that the COVID-19 eviction moratorium caused significant financial losses.
The lawsuit claims the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention policy violated the Fifth Amendment by taking private property without just compensation.
The case stems from a pandemic-era order that temporarily halted evictions nationwide. Plaintiffs argue the industry suffered tens of billions of dollars in losses overall, while the government has defended the policy as a public health measure.
The outcome could have major financial implications for federal liability tied to pandemic emergency actions.
The lawsuit claims the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention policy violated the Fifth Amendment by taking private property without just compensation.
The case stems from a pandemic-era order that temporarily halted evictions nationwide. Plaintiffs argue the industry suffered tens of billions of dollars in losses overall, while the government has defended the policy as a public health measure.
The outcome could have major financial implications for federal liability tied to pandemic emergency actions.
