How Do You Know if Your Local Government Has the Legal Authority to Adopt Housing and Homelessness Related Policies in Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic?
As the coronavirus pandemic spreads, local elected officials and advocates alike are asking what they can do for their communities across a range of policies—including those that respond to our pressing housing and homelessness needs. This guide can help you determine whether your community has the authority it needs to adopt these kinds of policies. This guide is not intended to be legal advice; rather it aims to encourage communities, city attorneys, and advocates to examine the possibilities for creative local action and solutions.
