Lewisham Fresh Start Scheme
Project summary
Fresh Start provides support, advice, information and financial assistance to people who wish to move from their current Lewisham Council property. This scheme helps households who want to relocate to different parts of the country. It is particularly aimed at those on the housing list that are overcrowded or homeless
Clients
Who is eligible?
You are eligible to apply if you are either:
- a Lewisham Homes tenant
- registered on our housing register as priority homeless
- registered as an overcrowded applicant on our housing register
Client services
Fresh Start provides support, advice, information and financial assistance to people who wish to move from their current Lewisham Council property. You may be eligible for:
- one month’s rent in advance (up to local housing allowance levels)
- a landlords deposit (equivalent to one month’s rent) in the form of a deposit bond
- a possible contribution towards removal costs
- a total grant up to a maximum of £2,650
How are referrals made
If you want to apply for the Fresh Start scheme please download the form on this page Lewisham Council - Move from social housing into private renting and email it to initiatives@lewisham.gov.uk
Other information
Type of organisation: Local Authority
Last updated: 22/04/2025 10:29
Local Authority: All London, Lewisham