Changes to the Eviction Act could favour landlords in evicting non-paying tenants faster
Proposed amendments to the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Act (PIE) are going to make eviction law simpler and faster, with landlords who are struggling financially due to non-paying tenants getting the upper hand.
Courts will consider municipalities’ resources Terry noted that under the amendments, courts are required to consider the resources available to municipalities when assessing whether eviction is just and equitable, reinforcing the idea that the availability of alternative accommodation is not just a theoretical question, but a practical one.
It further seeks to establish clear intergovernmental responsibilities and funding arrangements for alternative accommodation, improve land management practices, and create a national eviction monitoring and reporting system.
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