How to make a Housing Application
Applying to join the housing register
Please register to be part of the Homesearch scheme and if you are eligible you will be allocated a band that is based on your circumstances. Once you are registered and have been given your band, you will be able to bid for properties on a weekly basis that are available for you to bid on.
Clicking the 'Register' button on the home page will allow you to do this.
You can only bid for a home when you have completed the form and we have accepted your application. Your date of application will be the date your fully completed form is received.
What information do I need to provide?
When completing your Homesearch application form you must complete all the sections of the form that apply to you or anyone who is to be re-housed with you. Upload any supporting information and evidence that will allow the Council to assess your banding. If you do not complete all details on the application form your application may be considered to be incomplete and will not be assessed. If there is anything on the form you do not understand, please contact the Allocations Team on 0115 917 3347.
Property entitlement
Due to the very high demand for social housing and the relatively low turnover of properties you will only be eligible for properties that are suitable for the size of your household.
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Single Person |
Couple |
Single / Couple and Pregnant |
Single / Couple and 1 Child |
Single / Couple and 2 Children |
Single / Couple and 3 or more Children |
Elderly Single |
Elderly Couple |
Single Person with Overnight Carer |
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Studio |
Yes |
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Yes |
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1 Bed Flat |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
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2 Bed Flat |
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
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1 Bed Maisonette |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
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2 Bed Maisonette |
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
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3 Bed Maisonette |
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Yes |
Yes |
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1 Bed House |
Yes |
Yes |
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2 Bed House |
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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3 Bed House |
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Yes |
Yes |
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4+ Bed House |
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Yes |
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1 Bed Bungalow |
Yes |
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Yes |
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2 Bed Bungalow |
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Yes |
Yes |
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3 Bed Bungalow |
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Yes |
Yes |
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What happens next?
When we have assessed your application we will write to tell you;
- Your housing reference number
- The band your application has been placed in and your priority (effective) date,
- Your registration (application) date,
- The number of bedrooms you are entitled to.
When you have received this information you will then be able to place bids on properties that are advertised.
Keeping us informed
You must notify us of any change in your circumstances that may affect your application as this may change your priority band. It may also mean a change to your application effective date, which we use in the shortlisting process. If you do not inform us of a change in circumstances and you are offered a property, the offer may be withdrawn.
If you change your address, you need to notify the Homesearch team by emailing Homesearch@broxtowe.gov.uk or calling 0115 917 3347. Your application will need to be closed and a new application will need to be submitted if you require an application because your circumstances will have changed.
Please ensure you inform us if you change your contact details. If we can not contact you to discuss your application or a potential offer of a property then your application may be suspended or closed.