New Forest District Council Approves Housing Policy Offering Tenant Subsidies
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What happened
The New Forest District Council approved the “Right Home Right Time” policy, a voluntary scheme offering council tenants financial support to move into smaller properties. The policy aims to free up larger homes for 429 households currently waiting for three- and four-bedroom accommodation. Tenants who downsize could receive between £1,000 and £2,500, plus up to £1,000 to cover removal costs.
Why it matters
The scheme is designed to make better use of the council’s housing stock while helping to tackle housing pressures across the district. Currently, families needing a three-bedroom property face an average wait of 33 months.
Who's involved
- cabinetThe cabinet approved the new housing policy.
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