Housing Associations / Others

Homelessness

Summary

This page deals with Homelessness and ‘Discharge of Duty’ for Local Authorities in connection with Private Sector Leasing Schemes.

Further Information

Where a person has been settled in a property for a period of twelve months or more that has been provided under a Private Sector Leasing Scheme this could be seen as the local authority having discharged its duty under the Homelessness Act.
There is also scope to make greater use of the private rented sector either to help households avoid homelessness or to provide more settled homes for people living in temporary accommodation. Authorities are recommended to establish and maintain good relations with private sector landlords, for example through landlord’s forums. This can be effective in securing an improved supply of properties in the private rented sector for homeless or potentially homeless households.  

Downloads

Homelessness Code of Guidance for Local Authorities

External Links

Communities and Local Government