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Housing

Find out about applying for a council house, support for private tenants and landlords, help for homeowners, and our work to tackle homelessness and empty homes.

Further information

  • Leicester Homechoice logo
    Apply for housing

    Find out if you qualify to join the housing register and bid for properties through our choice based lettings scheme.

  • Block of flats
    Council tenants

    Find out about paying your rent, reporting repairs and information about your tenancy.

  • The Dawn Centre
    Homeless or at risk

    We are committed to ensure no-one sleeping rough has to spend a second night on the streets. Get help now.

  • Houses in Leicester
    Renting private housing

    Advice and support for tenants and landlords in the private housing market.

  • Kitchen
    Help for homeowners

    Get help to adapt and improve your home. Apply for repayable grants and non-financial support.

  • Empty home
    Privately owned empty homes

    Report an empty home, or work with us to bring an empty home you own back into use.

See also

  • Housing benefits
    You might be able to claim housing benefit if you are on a low income. You can apply for it whether you are unemployed or working. Find out if you are eligible.
  • Housing benefits
    You might be able to claim housing benefit if you are on a low income. You can apply for it whether you are unemployed or working. Find out if you are eligible.