Tamworth Bond Scheme

Project summary

Rent deposit or deposit guarantee scheme for those who cannot afford the deposit for accommodation.

Clients

Who is eligible?

The Bond Scheme may be able to help you if you:
• are over the age of 18
• are a Tamworth resident
• wish to live in Tamworth
• have savings of less than £1,000
• are able to meet monthly rental costs

Client services

• Referral to support services
• Housing Benefit assistance
• Relevant certificates obtained before tenancy (Gas Safety Certificate etc)
• Property inspection
• Bond Guarantees
• Assessment of client needs

How are referrals made

Via the Housing Advice team.

Landlords

Landlord services

• Mediation services
• Links to landlord accreditation schemes
• Landlord Forums
• Inventory
• Housing Benefit assistance
• Bond guarantee
• Direct payment of Housing Benefit

Location of landlord's properties

Inside local authority area

Other information

Organisation: Tamworth Borough Council

Project: The Bond Scheme

Type of organisation: Local Authority

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11

Local Authority: Tamworth Borough Council