Most students cannot claim housing benefit, however, if you are a pensioner or live in supported accommodation you can make a claim. The rules for student claims can be complex, so if you do need help, please drop into a community hub or call us on 0113 222 4404 for more advice.
How do I contact housing officer Leeds?
Where possible please email your query to [email protected]. If you are emailing us please remember to include as much information as possible so that we can access your details. Alternatively you can call us on 0113 222 4412.
What’s the most Housing Benefit will pay?
The maximum Housing Benefit you can get is the full amount of rent you have to pay.
How do I get in touch with Leeds City Council?
Use the feedback form to tell us your experience of Leeds City Council so that we know how we need to improve in the future. Alternatively you can call us on 0113 222 4444 or email [email protected].
Can I claim Housing Benefit without Universal Credit?
Anyone who is already claiming Housing Benefit, rather than Universal Credit for help with their rent can continue to claim Housing Benefit, until such time as they have change in their circumstances which triggers a migration to Universal Credit.
What can housing officers help with?
What’s it like?
- Assess the needs of people applying for a house.
- Allocate the empty properties.
- Do regular inspections to make sure all properties are in a good state of repair.
- Refer tenants to appropriate sources of advice about benefits and welfare.
- Set the rents and deal with payments and arrears.
How many people are on the housing waiting list in Leeds?
23,000 people
Leeds still has 23,000 people on its council housing waiting list, it has been revealed.
Will Universal Credit pay my full rent?
If you pay rent to a local authority, council or housing association you will get your full rent as part of your Universal Credit payment. This will be reduced by 14% if you have one spare bedroom, or 25% if you have 2 or more spare bedrooms.
Can you still get Housing Benefit if you work full time?
Housing Benefit can help to pay all or part of your rent. You may get this benefit if you are on a low income, whether you are working or not.
How many hours can I work on Housing Benefit UK?
The number of hours you work does not affect housing benefit unless you earn too much to qualify. You should report any changes in income so your benefit can be recalculated. The number of hours you work can affect working tax credit and other legacy benefits.
How long is the wait for a council house in Leeds?
Nearly 200 weeks on the waiting list and more than 560 bids for just one property. The rooftops of Harehills which is one of the areas in Leeds that has the highest levels of private rent. This is the reality and the struggle for desperate families to get a council house in Leeds.
How long does it take to get a council house in Leeds?
To apply to buy your council home, you must have spent a total of at least three years as a tenant of one or more of the following: a Leeds City Council or other council-owned property. a housing association property. armed forces accommodation.
How do I get on Leeds City Council housing list?
To apply for council housing, you need to register online for a Leeds Homes membership.
You will need to provide:
- your national insurance number.
- the national insurance number of any joint applicants.
- your email address.
What is the limit for Housing Benefit in UK?
Check what the Benefit Cap limit is
| Your circumstances | Benefit Cap limit |
|---|---|
| In a couple or have children and live outside London | £384.62 a week |
| In a couple or have children and live in London | £442.31 a week |
| Single and live outside London | £257.69 a week |
| Single and live in London | £296.35 a week |
What is the difference between Housing Benefit and Universal Credit?
Universal Credit is only paid to working age people. If you are of pension age you will continue to get Housing Benefit. If you are part of a couple where one of you is pension age and the other is working age then you will eventually have to claim Universal Credit.
How far back can you backdate Housing Benefit?
You can ask to backdate your claim for up to 1 month when you apply for housing benefit. You need a good reason for claiming late. You can send a letter to explain your circumstances.
What power does a housing officer have?
Housing Officers supervise the day-to-day maintenance and management of rented properties that belong to local authorities or housing associations. In this role you’ll be in direct contact with people on a daily basis helping them to resolve any housing problems they may have.
Why do housing officers do home visits?
The visit gives you the chance to talk about any issues you have with your home or neighbourhood. They also give you a chance to: get help and advice with your tenancy, for example you might learn about services we provide.
What does a housing caseworker do?
About the role
The post-holder will provide specialist advice and casework support for low-income Londoners on a range of housing and related welfare benefits issues, in order to prevent and alleviate homelessness and address housing problems.
Who is highest priority for council housing?
Applicants who will receive higher priority for housing: People whose current housing has a serious negative impact on their health. People who are living in severely overcrowded housing. People who are homeless as a result of domestic abuse.
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.