Ask the council’s housing department if there’s a common housing register for your area.
Applying through a common housing register
- a single application form for all applicants.
- a single database for all applicants seeking housing.
- a joined up approach to providing housing information and advice.
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How long does it take to get a council house in Edinburgh?
Applicants who are awarded Overcrowding priority are given 40,000 waiting days. They will accrue a further 1 day of waiting time for every day they have the priority until they reach a maximum of 40,366 waiting days after 1 year with the priority.
Who qualifies for council housing Scotland?
Who can apply? Anyone over 16 can apply for council housing anywhere in Scotland. In some cases your immigration status may affect your right to apply.
How can I get a council house fast in Scotland?
How do I get a council house quicker?
- Be as open and flexible as you can.
- Update the council of changes to circumstances.
- Ensure you’re in the right band.
- Use all your bids.
- Ensure you’re bidding for the correct type of property – by this we mean bidding for the type of property you will be given priority for.
There is a very high demand for social housing in Edinburgh and we can receive over 10,000 bids every week, so it is not possible to contact every applicant. The landlord will contact you if you are being considered for an offer which may take up to three weeks.
How can I get council to move me faster?
How to get a council house quicker
- Be as open and flexible as you can.
- Update the council of changes to circumstances.
- Ensure you’re in the right band.
- Use all your bids.
- Ensure you’re bidding for the correct type of property – by this we mean bidding for the type of property you will be given priority for.
How much is Edinburgh council rent?
Average weekly rents
| Size of home | Number of homes owned | Scottish average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 apartment | 364 | £75.95 |
| 2 apartment | 5,499 | £81.32 |
| 3 apartment | 10,444 | £84.18 |
| 4 apartment | 3,408 | £91.48 |
What is classed as low income Scotland?
What is low income. Low income means your individual pay is less than or close to £1771.25 per month before deductions. Or you claim one of these benefits or payments: Universal Credit.
Who gets highest priority for council housing?
You will get more priority for council housing if your home: needs urgent repairs or is in a very bad condition. is unsanitary – for example, has bad drains or sewerage problems. lacks basic washing and cooking facilities.
What makes someone priority need for housing?
Check if you’re in priority need
living with a child – this will usually include a child aged 16 to 18 if they’re in full-time education or training. pregnant or living with someone who is. homeless because of domestic abuse. homeless because of an emergency – for example a fire or flood.
Can you buy council houses Scotland 2022?
If you are a Scottish secure tenant with your council or a registered social landlord (often called a housing association), you may have the legal right to buy your home at a discount.
How do I get emergency housing in Scotland?
Use Shelter Scotland’s advice finder to look for local services that can help you in person, or call the free housing helpline on 0808 800 444 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm).
How many people are on housing waiting lists Scotland?
In 2020, the charity Shelter Scotland estimated 70,000 children were on waiting lists for social housing. The data obtained shows 183,185 households are on waiting lists, with a total of 233,343 adults in this category.
| Local Authority | Total |
|---|---|
| Males | 101190 |
| Females | 132153 |
| Adults | 233343 |
| Children | 95293 |
How much housing benefit can I get in Edinburgh?
Cap rates. £257.69 per week (£13,400 a year) if you’re single and you don’t have children, or your children don’t live with you.
You can apply if you’re 18 or over (some councils let you apply if you’re 16 or over). You may be able to apply even if you do not live in the area.
For example, you’re likely to be offered housing first if you:
- are homeless.
- live in cramped conditions.
- have a medical condition made worse by your current home.
Anyone aged 16 or over has the right to be admitted to a housing list. Being admitted to the list does not equate to being eligible to be housed. Anyone aged 16 and over and from the UK is eligible for housing. Otherwise, this is a complex area, with legislation setting out who is and is not eligible.
Does having savings affect getting a council house?
If you are in a residential home this increases to £10,000. We will include a tariff income of £1 for every £250 of savings and investments above this amount (up to a limit of £16,000). If you have more than £16,000 you will not be entitled to HB or CTS.
How much of a grant do you get for a council house?
The maximum grant available is €6,000 or 100% of the approved net cost of proposed works. Gross income of household members must not exceed €30,000.
Can I have someone stay in my council house?
No. Not without permission from the Council. Can I add another person to my household/tenancy? No.
Is it easy to rent in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is a fantastic place to live, but it’s also one of the most expensive cities in Scotland. Renting a flat with others reduces your living costs and there are always plenty of flatshares advertised in the city, so you’ll never struggle to find a place.
What is low income in Edinburgh?
The relative poverty measure defines a household is in poverty when their income after housing costs are less than 60% of the UK median income level. As an illustration, for a couple with 2 children in Scotland, this threshold is the equivalent of £21,100 per annum.