How do I get a move on medical grounds?
How do I get a move on medical grounds?
If you are applying on medical grounds you need to make sure you explain fully the difficulties you and/or your family are experiencing in your present accommodation. The council will also do a follow-up assessment and contact your GP or other healthcare expert to assess your needs.
Can the council help me move?
Contact the housing department of your council directly for further information. Some local authorities have a budget of money that may be able to help with costs of moving home.
How do I get a transfer House?
Contact your council’s housing office or your housing association to apply for a tenancy transfer. You will be asked to fill in a form or register online. Explain any special circumstances, for example a health condition that makes your current home unsuitable.
Who can live in a housing association homes?
Councils must have an allocations policy which allows the following groups of people to apply for a council or housing association home:
- legally homeless people.
- those living in overcrowded accommodation or very bad housing conditions.
- people who need to move because of a disability, medical, welfare or hardship reasons.
Do the council have to rehouse me?
If you’re a private tenant, get help if you’re being evicted. If you’re going to be homeless after the eviction, it’s possible the council will have to rehouse you. If you think the council may have to rehouse you, you shouldn’t move out until the council has confirmed they’re going to rehouse you in writing.
What is the 42 day rule?
A judge has the power to postpone eviction for a maximum of 42 days from the date of the possession hearing. so, if a judge orders possession in 14 days at the possession hearing, a further hearing could be applied for to stay the execution of the warrant until 28 days after the date for possession.
Can you pass on a housing association house?
A housing association tenancy can only be inherited once, unless the tenancy agreement allows for more than one succession. Your right to inherit a housing association tenancy depends on the type of tenancy and your relationship with the person who died. Most housing association tenants have an assured tenancy.
How do you get priority for housing?
Who gets priority for housing
- are homeless or are threatened with homelessness.
- live in unsanitary or overcrowded housing.
- need to move for medical or welfare reasons.
- need to be near specialist medical or educational facilities.
How does good housing affect mental health?
Housing is a fundamentally key factor in people’s mental health. People with housing problems are at greater risk of mental health problems. Good-quality, affordable and safe housing is a vital component in good mental health, as well as supporting those with existing mental health conditions.
Can I swap my house instead of selling?
It is certainly legal for you and the other house owner to exchange homes. Each of you will enjoy the benefits of moving house without the problems that a chain can bring. You may also possibly save money on estate agents fees.
Do you get money for giving up a housing association house?
Your council or housing association may offer a cash incentive scheme to help you buy a home on the open market. You need to agree to give up the flat or house you rent from the council or housing association to apply for a cash incentive payment.
Can a landlord apply for a disabled facility grant?
Landlords and tenant alike can apply for a disabled facilities grant which provides funds for adaptations. This grant is supplied by the local council and is subject to an eligibility test where an occupational therapist will assess the property and the adaptations needed before making a decision.
What do you need to rent a house to a disabled person?
Features such as plugs and light fixtures will need to be accessible to your tenant (s). Some disabled tenants will require ground floor level access. You will need to provide a bathroom, bedroom and kitchen at ground level. Your tenant may need access to a parking space which is easily accessible from the property.
Are there any disabled landlords in the UK?
There is a pressing need for more accessible rental properties across the UK and the government is cracking down on landlords who do not make the necessary changes. However, this does mean that there is a large number of disabled tenants looking for appropriate housing.
Who is entitled to rent to the Council in London?
Professionals who qualify for council properties may in fact be someone who could be living in your property when you decide to let your property on a guaranteed rent agreement in London. AMS Housing Group is a professional agency who provide a gateway between council and landlord with guaranteed rent for your property.
Landlords and tenant alike can apply for a disabled facilities grant which provides funds for adaptations. This grant is supplied by the local council and is subject to an eligibility test where an occupational therapist will assess the property and the adaptations needed before making a decision.
Can a landlord allow a disabled person to live in the unit?
That expense would be unreasonable. Landlords must allow disabled tenants to make reasonable modifications to their living unit or common areas at their expense, if needed for the person to comfortably and safely live in the unit (see 42 U.S.C. § 3604 (f) (3) (A) ).
Features such as plugs and light fixtures will need to be accessible to your tenant (s). Some disabled tenants will require ground floor level access. You will need to provide a bathroom, bedroom and kitchen at ground level. Your tenant may need access to a parking space which is easily accessible from the property.
Can a landlord refuse to rent to a person with a disability?
According to federal law, tenants and prospective tenants with an impairment have the right to apply for and live in a rental unit regardless of their disability. When a landlord denies housing to or discriminates against tenants with disabilities, they have violated the law.