Veteran Housing Stability & Security Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Veteran Housing Stability & Security Act, aims to address veteran homelessness and housing instability in South Carolina. It establishes Veteran Housing Priority Zones, creates a fund to mitigate risks for landlords who rent to veterans, and streamlines the process for developing veteran-supportive housing. The goal is to prioritize veteran housing development and expand supportive housing options statewide.
Key provisions
- Designates Veteran Housing Priority Zones in counties with high veteran homelessness.
- Creates a Veteran Landlord Risk Mitigation Fund to reimburse landlords for damages or unpaid rent.
- Expedites zoning and permitting for veteran-supportive housing projects.
- Allows faith-based and nonprofit organizations to apply for grants to establish veteran transitional housing.
- Requires local governments to provide zoning and permitting within 45 days for veteran-supportive housing.
Who is affected
- South Carolina Veterans
- Landlords
- Local Governments (Counties and Municipalities)
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Housing Developers
Notable changes
- Establishes a statewide landlord guarantee program.
- Prioritizes veteran housing development through designated zones.
- Streamlines the permitting process for veteran-supportive housing.
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