Choice Based Letting

Hackney Council is introducing a new way of letting its properties in September 2006.

Hackney Choice is a choice based lettings scheme which gives applicants on the housing waiting/transfer list more choice and control over where they live.

For the first time it allows applicants to apply for available properties which are advertised rather than wait to be allocated a home.

Priority will still be given to those most in need so the five bands won’t be changing and your position on the allocated band won’t be affected.

The benefits of Hackney Choice to you are:

You get to see the properties available
A clearer picture of how the system works
You choose the property you want to live in
You’re more likely to live in your preferred areaYou have a better idea about waiting times
No penalties for the first year

For more information about Choice Based Lettings:

Phone:020 8356 2135
Email: hackneychoice@hackney.gov.uk
Website: http://www.hackney.gov.uk/hackneychoice