Information for Band A applicants
Why am I in Band A?
Band A is for people in urgent housing need and as
a Band A member, you will have a very good chance of getting a home when
you bid.
As Band A is for urgent housing need only, Under One Roof expects
you to make bids as soon as possible.
We understand that you will have
ideas about where you want to live and which type of home you would
like to live in but please remember the
time you are allowed to be in Band A is limited.
This section of our website explains the bidding
process to you, where we will advertise and how often. It is important
that you bid on a regular basis for homes you are interested in living
in.
Click here to find out about bidding for a property>>
Click here to find out what homes are available>>
What happens after you have been in Band A for more than 6 weeks?
If you have not found a property after 3 advertising cycles (6 weeks) then the Under One Roof team will examine your bidding history and may ask you to attend an interview to discuss if you need further help in bidding.
Once you have had a 6 week interview you will be allowed two more bidding cycles in which to bid. After this period of time, if you still haven't found a suitable home then the Under One Roof team will consider demoting you or make you two offers of accommodation outside of the usual process.
What happens if I refuse these offers?
You will be demoted from Band A to the band you were assessed in prior to the Band A being awarded. You will
still be able to bid but won't have priority of Band A applicants.
If you are in Band A because you are
homeless then at this stage the Council may consider discharging its
duty to you. Throughout the process
all applications looked at on an individual basis and exceptional circumstances
will be considered.
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