What must PHAs establish for victims of domestic violence according to the Emergency Transfer Plan?

Housing authorities, or Public Housing Agencies (PHAs), are required to establish a transfer plan for safe relocation for victims of domestic violence according to the Emergency Transfer Plan. This provision is intended to provide immediate assistance for those in peril due to domestic violence situations.

The transfer plan enhances victim safety by enabling individuals to relocate to new housing units quickly and effectively, free from their abuser. It outlines the processes and requirements necessary for someone to obtain an emergency transfer, ensuring that the response to domestic violence is both prompt and supportive.

Having such a plan in place ensures that victims are aware of their options and the steps they need to take to access safer housing, reducing potential barriers that could arise during a distressing time. The provision of safe relocation as a focus aligns with the intent of combatting violence and supporting survivors in re-establishing their lives securely and independently.