Charlotte Evictions Spike 71%, Courts Overloaded
Eviction Trends and Household Impact Amid an escalating housing affordability crisis, eviction trends in Mecklenburg County are sharply rising. Eviction filings have surged by 37% over the past year. A significant 65% of cases were granted in full or in part—a 5% increase. This uptick underscores the precarious state of tenant rights and housing stability. The eviction spike highlights the post-COVID rental economy unraveling, as seen nationwide. The availability of affordable rental units is constrained due to limited new unit completions projected in 2025, contributing further to the housing crisis. The lack of affordable housing remains a driving factor in the crisis. In Charlotte, the situation is particularly dire, contributing to the broader statewide crisis. The state has seen nearly 200,000 eviction filings. High fair market rents and a decline in low-cost housing intensify the county's housing instability. A troubling 61% of renters earning below $75,000 annually are cos...