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Dorset Rent-in-advance and deposit bond schemes

Project summary

These schemes across Dorset assist people who are homeless or facing homelessness in securing private rented accommodation.  Schemes in each area vary and are dependent on funding available.

Clients

Who is eligible?

You can apply if you are over 16 and have been resident in the relevant area for the previous six months. You must usually have a priority need.

Client services
  • Deposit guarantee
  • Housing Benefit assistance
  • Referral to support services
  • Relevant certificates obtained before tenancy (Gas Safety Certificate etc)
  • Rent in advance
  • Bond Guarantees
  • Tenancy support service
  • Assistance with finding properties in the PRS
  • Assessment of client needs

How are referrals made

You will need to contact your local Housing Advice service (see contact details) for further information, there is limited funding so not all applications will be approved.

Landlords

Landlord services
  • Deposit guarantee
  • Rent-in-advance
  • Bond guarantee
  • Direct payment of Housing Benefit
Location of landlord's properties

Both inside and outside your local authority area

Other information

Project: Rent-in-advance and deposit bond scheme

Type of organisation: Local Authority

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11

Local Authority: Dorset Council Council, Christchurch Borough Council, North Dorset District Council, Purbeck District Council, West Dorset District Council, East Dorset District Council, Weymouth and Portland

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