What does shortlisting mean on homechoice?

What does shortlisting mean on homechoice?

Once the closing date for bids has passed a shortlist of interested applicants is drawn up. The shortlist will identify the order of applicants based on who is in the highest band with the earliest band /effective date.

How long does it take the council to shortlist?

Shortlisting can take up to three weeks to complete. Applicants can receive 1 offer of suitable accommodation if in Band 1. If you refuse a suitable offer, your application can be suspended for 12 months.

What is meant by shortlisting?

What is shortlisting? Shortlisting is the process of identifying the candidates from your applicant pool who best meet the required and desired criteria for the open req and who you want to move forward onto the next step of your recruitment process, which is usually some form of interview.

What does your rank mean on housing bidding?

your general position

Is Band C good for housing?

Band C is for all applicants on the housing register. Applicants in Band C do not have any priority and are housed in date order from the date their applications were registered. All applicants will be placed in Band C on registration.

What is the highest band for housing?

Band One

Is Band 3 good for housing?

Band 3: Low priority – for example, people who are employed on a low income who also lack 1 bedroom, and people who need to move due to less severe medical problems than those in Bands 1 and 2.

Will the council give me a house if I’m homeless?

If you qualify for help the council will first check if they can help you find a new home if you’re already homeless. If you’re already homeless they might be able to give you a deposit to get private rented housing. Find out more about getting a housing plan.

What is difference between housing association and council house?

How does Housing Associations and Council housing differ? Council houses tend to be cheaper to rent than Housing Association properties on average as housing associations tend to set their rents at either social or affordable rates which class as; affordable rent – around 80% of local market rent.

Can you move from housing association to council?

You can apply to move to an empty council or housing association home – this is called a ‘tenancy transfer’. You can also apply to swap your home with someone else who rents a council or housing association home. This is called ‘mutual exchange’.

Can I buy my home from housing association?

Right to Acquire allows most housing association tenants to buy their home at a discount. You apply using the Right to Acquire application form. You can apply to buy your housing association home if you’ve had a public sector landlord for 3 years.

Can I apply directly to housing association?

You can apply directly to a housing association, but it’s best to make your application through your local council as this increases your chances of getting a home. Here’s what you need to know: You’ll be put on a waiting list once you’ve applied.

How can I apply for a house with housing association?

You can apply to the register online on your council’s housing services page, or by contacting the council directly to request an application form. Find out which is your local council and apply for council housing. You may be able to apply to a council’s register even if you don’t live in that council’s local area.

How do housing associations make money?

Housing associations’ day-to-day activities are funded by rent and service charges payments made by, or on behalf of, those living in its properties. In this sense, housing associations are run as commercial entities and the majority do not depend on donations for their general activities.

What are my rights as a housing association tenant?

You will have to have lived in the property for at least three years and may share the right with up to three family members. Some assured tenants may be also qualified for a right to acquire (buy) their property from the landlord at a discount. Some housing association properties do not qualify for these rights.

How long does it take to evict a housing association tenant?

The eviction process Much depends on the type of tenancy you have, but generally the process of eviction unfolds like this: The council or housing association will notify you in writing of their plans to evict you and give you a minimum of 4 weeks’ notice (in some cases it is two months)

How long can you live in a housing association property?

5 years

Can social housing tenants be evicted?

A housing association tenant can only be evicted for certain legal reasons that the housing association must prove. Evictions may still go ahead if the landlord has proved either: antisocial behaviour. at least 6 months’ rent arrears.

How do I get temporary housing?

Emergency Accommodation

1. If you are in need of urgent accommodation please call Link2Home on
2. Link2Home is the information and referral telephone service for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless across NSW.
3. If you require emergency accommodation, you may be eligible for Emergency Temporary Accommodation.

Can I be evicted if I have nowhere to go?

If you are early in the eviction process, with just having a landlord demand letter, instead of a court eviction notice, then you can probably still go to a new rental under a new landlord and have it work just fine. There are always more options when you are evicted with nowhere to go. Keep that in mind.

Can a council tenant be evicted?

Most council tenants have a secure tenancy and can only be evicted for certain legal reasons (known as grounds). The council must prove to a court that at least one of these reasons apply before they can evict you. The reason (ground) must be stated in any notice they give you before they start court proceedings.

How can you be evicted from a council house?

Conduct grounds you can be evicted for include:

1. Rent arrears or breaking your tenancy agreement.
2. Using the home for illegal reasons.
3. Deterioration of the property.
4. Deterioration of furniture.
5. Absence from the home.
6. You made a false statement to get the home.
7. Antisocial behaviour.

How long can you be in temporary housing?

As long as you pay your rent and charges and don’t breach any of the terms and conditions for your accommodation, you can usually stay there until you’re offered permanent rehousing. Sometimes, the council has to move families between temporary addresses to make the most of the properties available.