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Local Authority Housing
Sligo Borough Council housing has traditionally been the main option for those who could not afford decent housing from their own resources.
While other housing options have been introduced in recent years, local authorities remain the main providers of social housing, making available
a range of rented housing to meet a variety of accommodation needs.
Do I qualify?
If you are in need of housing and unable to provide it from your own resources, you may apply for Sligo Borough Council housing. In assessing your application, the Sligo Borough Council
will take into account such factors as household size, household income, your present accommodation (if any), the condition of that accommodation and any special circumstances including age, disability, medical
circumstances etc. If you feel that you qualify for housing, talk to Sligo Borough Council.
Where do I apply?
The larger local authorities have offices dealing specifically with housing applications. Smaller local authorities usually have an officer designated to deal with housing issues in their area. Addresses and phone numbers
of local authorities are listed in the State Services Section towards the front of the telephone directory.
If I qualify what do I do next?
If you are accepted by the Sligo Borough Council as being in need of housing, you are placed on the authority's waiting list. As houses become available to the authority for letting, they are allocated to applicants in order
of priority, taking all circumstances into account. The authority will advise you if you want to know the position in relation to your application. You should bear in mind that your position on the housing list may go up or down, as
your circumstances, and those of other applicants, change.
Does inclusion on the housing list qualify me for other housing measures?
Inclusion on the housing list presents a number of additional options to housing applicants. For example, if your housing needs can be met by the extension or improvement of a privately owned house (either owned by you or by a relative), the scheme of improvement works in lieu of Sligo Borough Council housing may be appropriate. You may also qualify for a low cost housing site, Shared Ownership, Affordable Housing or the voluntary housing schemes.
What if I don't qualify?
If you don't qualify, the Sligo Borough Council will inform you and explain the reasons for their decision. The authority can provide information and offer advice on other housing options available - e.g. Shared Ownership, Affordable Housing, Sligo Borough Council housing loans etc.
What happens if they offer me a house that I don't want?
You may, of course, decline an offer of accommodation made by Sligo Borough Council. However, you should be aware that, if they consider your reasons for refusing a house not well based, they may, in certain circumstances, reduce your priority on the housing list.
If I get a house, how much rent will I pay?
Local authorities charge rents related to the income of the household. Therefore, if your income is low, you can expect to pay a low rent. If your financial circumstances improve, the rent will rise accordingly. Full details may be obtained from Sligo Borough Council.
Can I buy my house from the Sligo Borough Council?
Yes. If you have been a tenant of a Sligo Borough Council house for at least one year you may apply to the Sligo Borough Council to purchase it at a discounted price. You may purchase the house either outright or by way of a shared ownership option, which enables a tenant who cannot afford outright purchase in one step to buy a share in the house now and the remainder at later stages within 25 years. If you are buying outright, you have the choice of applying to Sligo Borough Council or to a bank or a building society for a mortgage loan. If you are buying by way of shared ownership, you may obtain a mortgage loan from Sligo Borough Council to meet the cost of the share in the house you are purchasing. A separate leaflet on the tenant purchase scheme is available from Sligo Borough Council.
Further information
Sligo Borough Council housing is available from County Councils, County Borough Corporations, Borough Corporations and Urban District Councils. If you feel that Sligo Borough Council housing is an option that may be suited to your circumstances, contact your Sligo Borough Council for further information.
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