Stevenage Borough Council -Next Step Lets Scheme
Project summary
If you find yourself threatened with homelessness you should seek the advice of our housing advice team at the earliest opportunity. Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the team would direct you to the Next Step Lets team. You may be eligible for financial assistant with the first months' rent and/or a deposit. This is a discretionary service offered by the Homeless and Housing Advice Team.
Clients
Who is eligible?
Applicants who are eligible are those in priority need, homeless or threatened with homelessness
Client services
- Affordability assessment
- Help with matching clients and potential properties
- You may be eligible for financial assistance with the first months' rent and/or a deposit.
- Support and tenancy sustainment
How are referrals made
Email the Housing Advice Team for details of eligibility
Landlords
Landlord services
- Rent-in-advance
- Deposit guarantee
- Fast track Housing Benefit claims
- Inventory
- Ongoing tenancy support
Other information
Type of organisation: Local Authority
Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:13
Local Authority: Hertfordshire County Council, Stevenage Borough Council