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Greenwich Council is appealing to landlords in and around the borough to help alleviate the local housing crisis
how the Royal Borough Of Greenwich is reaching out to landlords to help with housing
by Jon Massey
The Royal Borough Of Greenwich is inviting landlords to consider leasing their properties through the council to help residents at risk of homelessness or those living in temporary accommodation.
“We’re looking for more private sector landlords to help us tackle the housing crisis by renting or leasing their properties to us for people and families that really need a stable home,” said Councillor Pat Slattery, cabinet member for housing management, neighbourhoods and homelessness at the local authority.
“Like many London boroughs the demand for housing far outweighs the supply we have.
“We’re working continuously to reduce the number of households in hotels or bed and breakfasts – which
currently stands at fewer than 50 – as we know it is costly and doesn’t guarantee the stability that families need to thrive.
“We want people to have access to a safe and secure home that meets their needs so, if you are a landlord with a property to rent or to lease, get in touch with us – we have attractive options and will work with you to provide the homes our residents really need.”
The council’s scheme includes free training and support for landlords who have properties to rent or lease in the borough or in the surrounding areas.
There are no fees, commissions or charges for using the scheme and rents are paid at the Local Housing Allowance rate.
If the property requires maintenance or improvement, grants of up to £15,000 are available to bring it up to the relevant standards.
The leasing scheme provides guaran-
teed rent paid monthly in advance for the whole of the time that the property is leased to the council.
That includes during void periods and agreements can initially be for two to five years. Longer leases of 10 years or more are also available.
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Those seeking more about the scheme can get more details on the council’s website or by calling the private lettings team on 020 8921 2531. They can also be contacted via email to team@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Go to greenwich.gov.uk for more information
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