Perth & Kinross Council Rent Bond Guarantee Scheme

Project summary

The Rent Bond Guarantee Scheme aims to help people in Perth and Kinross, who urgently need housing, to move into privately rented accommodation, providing they meet certain conditions. Instead of paying a cash deposit to a landlord, the scheme can provide a “bond” guarantee.

Clients

Who is eligible?

There are no restrictions to applying to the Rent Bond Guarantee Scheme. We will consider applications from people in work or in receipt of benefits.

Client services

• Assistance with finding properties in the PRS
• Housing Benefit assistance
• Practical support for tenants (e.g. advice on setting up tenancy/deposit)
• Property inspection
• Referral to support services
• Bond Guarantees
• Fast track Housing Benefit service

How are referrals made

There are no restrictions to applying to the Rent Bond Guarantee Scheme. We will consider applications from people in work or in receipt of benefits. Acceptance on to the scheme is subject to tenancy referencing and affordability checks. Acceptance on to the scheme is subject to tenancy referencing and affordability checks.

You should complete the application form first.

Landlords

Landlord services

• Inventory
• Direct payment of Housing Benefit
• Mediation services

Other information

Type of organisation: Local Authority

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11

Local Authority: Perth & Kinross