Wychavon District Council Rent Deposit Scheme

Project summary

A new scheme has been launched by Wychavon to help more people find a home. Wychmove is a new social lettings agency service designed to help those in need of housing who would otherwise shave difficulty accessing privately rented accommodation for a variety of reasons.

Clients

Who is eligible?

Check with Housing Needs for eligibility criteria

Client services

The Wychmove scheme can: 

• Offer a free service to help potential tenants access privately rented accommodation. 
• Match tenants to suitable / affordable properties. 
• Offer support with general tenancy and housing advice. 
• Liaise between tenant and landlord. 
• Provide Rent Deposits where appropriate. 
• Support with claiming housing costs. 
• Ensure that the tenancy is affordable and sustainable long term.

How are referrals made

Via Housing Needs team

Landlords

Landlord services

• Ongoing tenancy support
• Mediation services
• Bond guarantee

The service also provides free advice to Landlords, one contact point for both landlord & tenant, monthly visits to the property, fast payment of Bond Claims - usually within seven days.

Location of landlord's properties

Wychavaon

Other information

Organisation: Wychavon District Council

Type of organisation: Local Authority

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11

Local Authority: Wychavon District Council