Housing Emergency in Rome: Tenants’ Union Demands Immediate Solutions for Evicted Families
Rome, February 4, 2026 – The housing emergency and unresolved evictions remain central issues in Rome, prompting the Tenants’ Union (Unione Inquilini) to call for immediate action from the Capitoline Administration. A sit-in was held on February 2, 2026, in Piazza Giovanni da Verrazzano, bringing together evicted families and supportive citizens.
The demonstration led to a meeting with the Assessor’s Office and the Technical Directorate of the Housing Policy Department of the Municipality of Rome, initiating a dialogue deemed “necessary” by the organization. According to a press release, the mobilization stems from the worsening eviction crisis in the city and the lack of structural solutions for families losing their homes.
A Family’s Plight: The Case of Francesca
Among the families present at the sit-in was Francesca, a mother of three, one of whom has a disability, who was evicted in January. Despite her high position on the waiting list for public housing, the family has exhausted all available resources and faces the real risk of homelessness.
The Tenants’ Union describes this situation as “unacceptable,” arguing that it demonstrates the inadequacy of the municipal administration’s expressed willingness to help. The union demands “immediate solutions” and an “open dialogue,” even if, according to activists, time is running out.
Proposals on the Table for Addressing the Crisis
During the meeting, the Tenants’ Union of Rome presented a platform of proposals, described as “clear, practical, and urgent,” to address the eviction emergency affecting hundreds of families in the capital. Key points include the full and immediate implementation of Resolution 185 of 2025, a real strengthening of Measure 154, and an eviction scheduling process that includes a preventive assessment of the most severe cases.
The organization also calls for the activation of exceptional assignments for situations of social emergency and the partial use of the 1,040 homes recently acquired or in the process of being acquired. This includes housing already evicted families and ensuring an effective “house-to-house” transition, preventing them from becoming homeless.
Continued Mobilization for Housing Rights
The press release emphasizes that evictions represent a “social scourge” and that the right to housing is “trampled daily,” especially for families with minors and vulnerable individuals left without alternatives. This situation, according to the Tenants’ Union, “is no longer tolerable.”
Consequently, the union is relaunching a broader city-wide mobilization on the issue of evictions and displacements. The stated objective is “clear and non-negotiable”: immediately increase public housing, halt evictions without housing solutions, and guarantee a home for those currently living in precarious conditions.
City Officials Respond to Demands
The dialogue initiated between the Tenants’ Union and city officials is a crucial step towards finding sustainable solutions. The pressure from the union highlights the urgency of the situation and the need for concrete measures beyond mere declarations of intent. The city’s response to these demands will be closely watched by affected families and housing advocates.
The Tenants’ Union has indicated that while the dialogue is open, they will continue their mobilization efforts to ensure that the administration acts decisively to address the housing crisis. The union’s proposals aim to provide not just temporary relief but structural changes to protect the right to housing for all citizens in Rome.
The long-term goal is to prevent families from facing homelessness and to ensure that the city’s housing policies are equitable and effective. The ongoing advocacy by the Tenants’ Union underscores the critical need for robust social safety nets and proactive government intervention in housing matters.
Source: https://www.lacapitale.it/articolo/emergenza-abitativa-a-roma-la-richiesta-di-unione-inquilini
