Gateshead schemes for deposits and private housing

There are a few different schemes available to individuals, the homeless, and low income families in the town of Gateshead. Both charities and government housing authorities can be contacted, and the local council is an organisation that can also provide referrals to those that are less fortunate or vulnerable.

One of the services available is the Private Rented Accreditation Scheme, and this will help ensure tenants have a safe and quality home to live. Landlords will be able benefit financially by offering housing that is quality and meets the standards set by the Gateshead Council. It also works to ensure that the rent charged for flats and private accommodations is affordable, as this is another key to preventing homelessness in the area. The other aim of the scheme is to improve the quality of housing in the private rented sector.

For landlords and tenants that take part in the Private Rented Accreditation Scheme, they will be able to participate in any mediation that may be needed as well as other services. Those individuals that seek to use the private housing and that need help with paying for a rent deposit can also be referred to schemes from charities such as Basis336.

These schemes will also benefit the landlord, as they can have less risk in letting to a tenant that takes part in one of the bond guarantee as there will be less abuse of the property and less chance of the tenant missing a rent payment. The tenants will also tend to be more responsible and have access to ongoing support and advice from the council. Many also are able to get financial aid from the housing benefits.

When letting a private accredited accommodation, the Gateshead Council will help insure that a tenancy agreement is in place, and that the rent or deposits due from the landlords are affordable and reasonable. This, when combined with advice, can be beneficial to the individual as it will help ensure their responsibilities are fulfilled too.

Gateshead can often supply other household items for a home too. This may be household items or free furniture. Beds, tables, kitchen supplies, and other goods may be passed out. All of these can help a family get the items they need to get settled into their home.

Organisations in Gateshead for rent deposit help

For those tenants that need to pay a bond to their landlord to secure again damage, there are local schemes for that in Gateshead as well. The council can refer people to local charities or other assistance programmes for that. Many landlords require this in order to ensure the tenant does not damage the property.

The council partners with charities and not-for profits such as Centrepoint as well as Basis336 on providing either bond guarantee or security deposit schemes to the less fortunate. There may also be advice on other possible solutions for the homeless and low income. The aim to end homeless and rehouse people in Gateshead.

Young people can turn to the rent deposit guarantee scheme from Centrepoint’s in Durham. It is for applicants under the age of 25, and it can assist them with finding and moving into private sector housing. It also address training, employment, and even food needs. Call 0191 384 4033 to find out more on this.

A bond guarantee is issued by a charity known as Basis336. This is for the homeless that need to move into new accommodations in Gateshead. This organisation can be called at 0800 923 9995. They provide a number of other housing services to the homeless, including those families or people that are facing an emergency.