Shared ownership

The LHO’s refer clients to a particular Housing Association that will be able to purchase a property off the open market for an individual and sell them a share so they will become shared owners. The part that the Housing Association own will be charged rent upon and housing benefit can pay this if the individual is eligible.

Who can I discuss my housing needs with?

Normally Adult Services clients will ask their care managers about housing, and they then liaise with Locality Housing Officers (LHO) to identify appropriate housing.

Alternatively you could contact your local Locality Housing Officers personally to discuss your housing needs.

• Locality Housing Officer contacts - for help finding relevant housing  schemes in your area that may interest you and how to access them.