Housing

Does the Council have any garages to rent?

Council Housing

How are major maintenance and repair works prioritised?
My neighbours are causing me a nuisance, what can I do?
What should I do if I think an empty council property is being squatted in?

Applying for Housing

How do I apply for housing?
How does the Council's selection policy work?
How long will it take to be housed?
How quickly can I expect a reply to my application?
What type of tenancy will the Council give me if I am housed by them?
Who can apply to join the Housing Register?

Information for Tenants

Can I carry out alterations to my council property?
Can I claim reimbursement for alterations to my council property?
Do I need permission to keep pets?
Do I need permission to take in a lodger?
How can I get my property adapted to make it easier to live in?
How can I pay my rent?
How can I report a repair?
How much notice do I have to give to end my tenancy?
How often will my gas appliances be serviced?
I live in a 3-bedroom house, but would like to move to something smaller, is there any financial help that the Council can give me?

Private Sector Housing

Can I get any advice and/or financial helpto provideloft insulation and/or cavity wall insulation?
Does Tendring offer a Care and Repair scheme?
How do I apply for a Disabled Facilities grant?
I have been assessed by the Occupational Therapist as needing improvements and/or adaptions to my homeandwould likehelp withmyapplication for a Disabled Facilities grant.
I need help with repairs to my property, am I eligible for grant aid?