Tenants Transfer Removal Grant Scheme

The aim of this Scheme is to encourage tenants, who are currently under occupying their property, to move to Council accommodation more suited to their needs.

Who qualifies?

Tenants of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses.

Tenants of 2/3 bedroom houses - £750 grant payable

Any tenant, (regardless of age), who is presently under-occupying their 2 or 3 bedroom house, and  willing to move to the accommodation described below, could be eligible for a removal grant of £750. This grant is  also payable to  Council tenants of Pensionable age who are willing to move into Sheltered accommodation managed by Registered Social Landlords.

Please chose from the two choices below:

For Properties suitable for people of Pensionable Age

Properties suitable for Young People

Tenants of 4/5 bedroom houses - Grant of up to £1500 payable

Any tenant (regardless of age) who is presently under-occupying their 4/5 bedroom house could qualify for a grant of up to £1,500. The amount payable will be dependent upon the size of the property you currently live in and the type of property you move to, either owned by the Council or managed by the Registered Social Landlords.

(Please refer to the table below). Couples will still be considered for this Scheme if they only wish to move to either a 2 or 3 bedroom house.

What other Grants are available?

1. A grant of £750 is payable to any Taunton Deane Borough Council tenant, regardless of age, who is willing to vacate a purpose built disabled persons property and move to more suitable smaller accommodation.

2. A grant of £1,000 is payable where Taunton Deane Borough Council, as the Housing Authority, requires a tenant, who has been left in a family house or a disabled persons dwelling, to transfer to more suitable accommodation. These situations will arise where the former tenant has died or otherwise vacated the dwelling.

3. A grant of £1,000 is also available, to help both tenants and the Housing Authority, avoid expensive Disabled Facilities Grant work on their existing home, by arranging a transfer to a property where such extensive works are not required.

What are the advantages of moving?

The costs of your new home are likely to be less, e.g. you may pay less rent, less Council Tax and have lower heating costs.

• Your new home may be easier to manage, e.g. cleaning, keeping the garden tidy.
  
• There may be other advantages, e.g. no stairs, having a warden service, nearer to friends or relatives.
  
• The grant will help towards removal expenses and new furnishings etc. The Council can help and advise you with your move, and also make some of the arrangements for you.

How and when is the Grant paid?

The grant will be paid in the form of a cheque which will be posted to you shortly after you move. Any debts owed to the Council will be deducted from the grant prior to payment.

How do I apply for the Grant?

Tenants Transfer Removal Grant Application Form (53 KB)

Please note that due to limited capital, the Scheme will be based on a "first come, first serve" basis, and is subject to the availability of suitable properties.

WHO TO CONTACT IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER INFORMATION

The Council's Housing Advice Centre at: The Deane House, Belvedere Road, Taunton, TA1 1HE. Tel: (01823) 356356. Opening hours are:-
Monday to Thursday - 8.30am - 5.00pm (interviews 9.00am - 4.30pm)
Friday - 9.30am - 4.30pm (interviews 2.00pm - 4.00pm

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