Housing Information For Landlords
Private sector housing schemes
We are keen to expand the availability of private housing in the District and work with Colne Housing Society to offer two types of private leasing schemes to assist people in housing need.
Empty homes to decent homes scheme
This is a three-way partnership between the private sector landlord, Colne Housing Society and the Council. The owners of empty properties agree to provide the homes for a minimum of 3 years and the housing association provides the housing management, deals with the day-to-day repairs and various maintenance issues. The District Council nominates the tenants.
This scheme is only available to owners of properties that have been empty for six months or more. Grant funding is currently available to assist with carrying out any refurbishment required at the property. In return, owners will receive a guaranteed regular monthly income.
General private sector leasing scheme
This also involves the Council working with Colne Housing Society Ltd. This scheme is for owners who wish to lease their property for a 5 year period and where the property does not require any works to be carried out. The owner receives an agreed monthly income and Colne Housing manages the property and carries out day to day repairs for the period of the lease.
Information leaflets on these schemes are available from Colne Housing Society Ltd. If you are a property owner and are interested in either of the above schemes, please call Colne Housing Society on 01206 244700 or email info@colnehousing.co.uk.
What else we do
The Council may be able to help people to access housing in the private rented sector by the provision of a deposit bond and/or rent in advance.
We are happy to pass the details of your property to our clients. As the landlord you would retain the responsibility of interviewing and selecting your tenant.
If you require any further help or advice, please contact us.
Useful links
Energy Performance Certificate - Landlords' Guide
Pages in Housing Information For Landlords
- You are here: Private sector housing schemes
- Rent a room
- Damage deposit guarantee scheme - landlords' guide
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)
- Landlord information pack