Here
are some Frequently Asked Questions that you may have about the way we allocate our
properties:
Q
Who/what is homehunt®
NES?
A homehunt® NES stands for homehunt® North East Scotland and its
partnering Landlords are Tenants First Housing Co-operative and Castlehill
Housing Association.
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Q
What is Choice Based Lettings?
A CBL is a different process of allocating our properties.
We do not have waiting lists, where you wait for us to
contact you. We advertise our properties and you apply for them – giving you
the choice of what you want to apply for.
We will then offer and allocate our properties based on the
applicant’s best use of the house and the level of housing need.
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Q
How do I apply for priority?
A It is important to note that we still take account of ‘housing
need’ and priority will be given to those in greatest need.
If you feel that you may have priority for housing, e.g. you are
statutory homeless or have a very high medical need, you can apply for a
Priority
Pass
, which may be awarded. Once you
have registered we will send out a Pack, which includes a Guide that will
explain all about this (and other CBL info) and Priority Passes
Application Forms.
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Q
Will the age limitations and bedroom requirements apply?
A
Yes. You have to be age 55 years and
have a housing support requirement to apply for sheltered housing.
Also, you cannot apply for properties that you will
‘overcrowd’.
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Q
Where else can I see available properties?
A Properties will be advertised every two weeks on www.homehunt.info,
in the local press (Press & Journal Homes
Pages), our own offices
and on our phone line on 01224 628101.
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Q
What happens if my bid
is unsuccessful?
A
Because of the large volume of applicants bidding for
properties we are unable to contact every person so you
will not be contacted. You can apply for another property
when properties are next advertised. It is also advisable to
register with other landlords to increase any chances of being housed.
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We
aim to make registering with us as quick and easy as possible and once you
are on our system you will be able to put your name forward for any
suitable vacancies as they occur.
If
you have any queries or want to hear more before you decide to register,
please contact on 01224 628101.
