Accessible housing register
Making it even easier...
Through the introduction of the Accessible Housing Register we publish access and other information about all of our properties that residents can bid for through the Locata Choice Based Lettings scheme.
The Accessible Housing Register is a way of collecting and storing information on whether a property:
- is level access
- has steps or
- has any adaptations
Applicants who have a disability can then decide if a particular property may suit them, knowing that they will be able to access the areas that they need to. Applicants are also awarded with a new mobility category to replace the current mobility categories.
All housing applicants have received information and support regarding the changes. Since September 2009 we have been able to better match disabled people to accommodation more suited to their needs.
For up to date information, view “Applying for housing” and the “Adaptations” and “Disability” sections in the housing options web pages for periodic updates and news of a launch event.
Latest news
The Accessible Housing Register is going live in LBHF on 5th May 2011. The latest information can be viewed here.
Archive
Full details of the report and associated update that were commended to the Housing Scrutiny Committee Panel on the basis of demonstrating the borough's commitment to delivering better outcomes for disabled people seeking to access adapted housing can be viewed on this agenda (pdf).
Page last updated: 18/04/2011
