Jennie Smith Housing Options Team Leader. The Localism Act 2011 which amended the ‘Housing Act 1996’ gave Councils the power to discharge the main homelessness.

Jennie SmithHousing Options Team Leader

The Localism Act 2011 which amended the ‘Housing Act 1996’ gave Councils the power to discharge the main homelessness duty by way of a private rented sector tenancy offer.

Southend-On-Sea Borough Council decided to use this power as from 29th April 2013.

Must conform to the Government’s new Suitability Order

Just complete our simple checklist

We offer to: Pay one months rent in advance Pay one months deposit Pay any reasonable administration fees Set up Direct Payment Give assistance from The Housing Options Team Follow up checks throughout the tenancy

Since April we have placed 8 households and look forward to continuing good working relationships with our colleagues in the private rental sector.

If you have a property available to rent why not consider calling The Housing Options Team on 01702 215002

All family size properties required