Private Rented Sector Resettlement Scheme
Project summary
This scheme aims to prevent homelessness by helping those at risk of homelessness to obtain a home in the Private Rented Sector. It aims to do this by assisting in the process of finding accommodation, providing a Security Deposit or Bond for rented accommodation where it is required (subject to certain terms and conditions), and providing advice and assistance to landlords and tenants to ensure tenancies are conducted satisfactorily.
Clients
Who is eligible?
This scheme is intended for people with dependent children or those expecting children who are homeless or could be at risk of becoming homeless and who have a local connection with the Borough of Runnymede. A separate scheme exists for single people without children which is called Runnymede Rentstart. To see if you are eligible for assistance, you must first have a housing options interview with one of the Housing Options team.
Client services
- Assistance with finding properties in the PRS
- Deposit guarantee
- Practical support for tenants (e.g. advice on setting up tenancy/deposit)
- Rent in advance
How are referrals made
Via Housing Options Team
Landlords
Landlord services
- Model tenancy agreements
- Housing Benefit assistance
- Rent collection
- Property management
- Ongoing tenancy support
- Deposit guarantee
Other information
Type of organisation: Local Authority
Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11
Local Authority: Surrey County Council, Runnymede Borough Council