South Derbyshire District Council

As the housing market has ground to a halt, there is a greater chance of owners neglecting houses rather than selling at market low. You may find yourself at risk of becoming homeless or need help with a deposit, essential repairs or furniture.

Homelessness

If you are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless, we can offer advice and help.

Housing help and advice

For housing advice, Derbyshire Housing Aid are available at CVS, 48 Grove Street, Swadlincote on Thursday mornings fortnightly - 9.30 - 12.30 - appointment needed call 01332 287850. More housing advice

The Deposit Guarantee Scheme allows us to act as your guarantor so you don't have the additional burden of finding a lump sum at the start of your tenancy.

Furniture

YMCA Happy Homes furniture shops: (open Monday to Friday) are at Borough Road, Burton-on-Trent and Unit 8, Woodville Business Centre, Woodville Street, Swadlincote.

Empty homes

Our Empty Homes officer offers help and incentives. Our 'matchmaker' web pages bring buyers and sellers together.

Housing Standards

Our Strategic Housing Team deals with poor private sector homes by offering grants to bring homes up to standard. Essential repair assistance for those on benefits, Home repair plus scheme to help the most vulnerable households make essential repairs and improvements. See decent homes standard.

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