Private Housing

Advice for privately owned and rented housing and HMOs, also information regarding the purchase of the freehold of your home.

• HMOs, Private and rented Houses

  HMOs, Private and rented Houses

  We provide advice, assistance and enforcement on matters such as safety, disrepair, overcrowding, and energy efficiency in owned or rented homes, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and mobile homes.

• Purchasing the freehold of your house

  Purchasing the freehold of your house

  Owning a leasehold property means you own the building but not the land it is built on. The freeholder owns the land and you pay ground rent.

• Home improvements grants and loans

  Home improvements grants and loans

  Financial help is available to assist with repairs, renovations or adaptations.

• Mortgage advice

  Mortgage advice

  Assistance for homeowners who are struggling with mortgage repayments.