Israel Tax Authority to Begin Transitioning War Evacuees from Hotels to Long-Term Housing
The Compensation Fund at the Israel Tax Authority is preparing to notify citizens who were evacuated from homes damaged by rocket fire during the recent war with Iran about the next stage in their housing arrangements. The notifications will outline a gradual transition process from temporary hotel accommodations to long-term alternative housing solutions.
In the notices, the Fund acknowledges the emergency conditions that necessitated immediate shelter:
“The hotel accommodations, organized and funded by the Compensation Fund in coordination with local authorities, were intended to provide immediate and secure shelter during the emergency. Now, with stability returning, we — the Compensation Fund and local authorities — are working together to help you return to routine and community life.”
Key Timeline and Transition Plans
- Hotel stays will be permitted only until August 1, 2025, except in exceptional cases.
- Most evacuees will move to long-term housing solutions, with Compensation Fund representatives assigned to assist each individual in finding suitable accommodations.
- Special support teams will guide evacuees through housing placement, logistical arrangements, and necessary approvals.
Exceptional Circumstances and Support
To ensure flexibility and sensitivity, special review committees have been established to handle cases requiring extended hotel stays beyond the August 1 deadline. Each request will be evaluated individually, taking into account:
- Uninhabitable homes still awaiting repair or reconstruction
- Unavailability of alternative housing options
- Special medical conditions, disabilities, or complex family circumstances
The Compensation Fund emphasized that these committees will operate with professional assessments and a compassionate, case-by-case approach. In such instances, alternative housing or continued hotel accommodations will be arranged accordingly.
This new phase in the recovery effort reflects a coordinated government effort to balance housing stability, community reintegration, and personal wellbeing, while recognizing the deep disruptions caused by the conflict.
