Housing Options
If we cannot prevent homelessness, there are a number of options for rehousing and support in and around Rossendale which include:
Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service
The government has launched the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service (HLPAS), which offers government-funded legal advice and representation (legal aid) to individuals facing possession proceedings which could result in the loss of their homes.
Individuals who receive a written notice for possession (e.g. an email from a landlord or a letter from a creditor) will be eligible to receive free legal assistance.
The HLPAS will be delivered by housing law experts and provided in two stages. The first stage will involve the provision of legal advice on housing, welfare benefits and debt issues to individuals facing home possession proceedings, with the aim of resolving problems early and avoiding court proceedings where possible. The second stage will provide in-court legal representation during possession hearings for those individuals whose cases cannot be solved out of court.
Private Rents
One of the quickest ways to find alternative accommodation within Rossendale is to privately rent. Every Landlord has to give new tenants information about their rights How to Rent
The Council Bond and Rent in Advance Scheme can assist with a cash payment to your new Landlord if you are claiming or will be claiming Universal Credit or Housing Benefit in your new home. To see if you qualify for help with a Bond or Rent in Advance contact our team
If you are struggling to afford your rent Benefit Calculators will advise if you are likely to be given housing benefit or universal credit. To see if you are able to get extra help towards your rent or arrears contact our team
If your Landlord will not fix a repair or you have damp problems contact Environmental Health Report a Repair
Social Housing
Apply for a Housing Association Property at B-With-Us, once registered you can bid for properties or get properties without waiting via Available Now
The Guinness Partnership let their properties separately; Together Housing also let properties outside of Rossendale
Supported Housing
The M3 Project, Safe Space and Stepping Stone are supported housing providers for people aged 16-25 in Rossendale; to be referred please contact our Housing Options team