Findings and purpose

  1. Law
  2. US Virgin Islands Code
  3. Public Planning and Development
  4. Emergency Housing and Stimulation of Home Construction
  5. Findings and purpose

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  • The Legislature finds that there exists currently within the Virgin Islands a serious emergency with respect to the housing of a large number of persons and families, who, because of circumstances beyond their control, are being obliged to vacate premises rented by them for their homes and who are unable to find other housing accommodations. It is the objective of sections 201–205 of this title to provide relief for such persons and families through the provisions of emergency housing.
  • The Legislature also finds that inasmuch as the problems of homelessness are best addressed by a collaborative effort to carry out the policies and priorities in conjunction with the non-profit, private and faith-based organizations that regularly serve these residents, it is the objective of sections 201 through 205 to:

    • (1) plan and coordinate with the local and federal governments and non profit, private organizations activities and programs to assist homeless people and make policy changes to improve such assistance;

    • (2) monitor and evaluate assistance to homeless persons provided by all levels of government and the private sector, with specific emphasis on emergency housing;

    • (3) ensure that the necessary technical assistance is provided to help community and other organizations effectively assist homeless persons; and

    • (4) disseminate information on federal resources available to assist the homeless population.


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