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Renovation grants for owner-occupiers
Grants are available for essential works including repairs and works to make houses safe. The maximum grant is £15,000 and the minimum £1000. Where a property is eligible, the aim will be to take the opportunity of carrying out works, to improve the energy efficiency of the property, as is reasonably practicable.
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Adaptations and independent living
We offer advice and support to all those living with a disability to enable them to live safely and independently at home.
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Housing Regulation and Financial Audit
In January 2023, a Housing Regulation Report was issued by East Suffolk Council, detailing information about how we are addressing matters which led to Regulatory Notices being issued by the regulator for breaching standards.
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Housing development
With a shortage of affordable housing, East Suffolk Council has embraced house building to help meet demand and reduce the current shortage in affordable accommodation. Where possible, we are creating new homes in areas identified as having the most severe housing need.
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Housing Revenue Account Business Plan
As part of a good financial and stock management the council has written a comprehensive business plan for the next 30 years.
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Eligibility and allocation
Eligible households are residents who are unable to meet their housing need via the private rental or ownership markets. Residents in housing need can apply to the council’s housing register called Gateway to Homechoice. Applicants are assessed against the Housing Allocations Policy which will decide the level of need applicants have. Those in highest need will be given priority for housing.
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Registered housing providers
Registered Housing Providers usually deliver affordable housing, however, it can also be provided by private developers. The more commonly recognised Registered Housing Providers are:
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Housing needs
Wait... Before you contact us, you might find what you're looking for on our housing advice pages.
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Enabling affordable housing
We recognise that partnership working is an essential part of this enabling role. We have successfully worked with the registered providers of social housing, voluntary organisations, Norfolk County Council, parish councils, private developers, other local authorities and the Homes and Communities Agency in order to prove the need for, plan and deliver all kinds of affordable housing within the district.
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