The Housing Register
The council no longer owns any council housing, however, there is a housing register and waiting list for houses to rent through local housing associations. These are managed on behalf of the council by Eden Housing Association. For more information see enquiry@edenha.org.uk.
How do I Register
To join the register you must complete a housing application form, if you would like us to send you an application form please see contact details below, or use the list of links below to access the required application form or registration pack for the housing association you require.
How is my application assesses?
Each application is assessed on its own merits and you will be asked to provide information on your housing circumstances. Points will be awarded based upon the information you provide, It is important to answer all the questions otherwise we may not be able to register your application and/or your points may not be correct. You must answer all questions honestly, if you deliberately give false or misleading information to gain housing, court action may be considered and this could lead to a fine and/or eviction.
Can anyone join the Register
Almost anyone aged 16 or over can register an interest in renting a house in eden, the Association's main responsibility is towards applicants who currently live or work in the area. However, the law states that, people subject to immigration control do not qualify for public sector housing. For more information see asylum-seekers and housing-allocations-general-information
When will I be offered a property
It depends upon your position on the waiting list, the type of property you require and where you want to live. It also depends upon how regularly properties become available. Once you have complete your application Eden Housing Association will be able to give you an indication of your position on the list. for more information
see housing-allocations-general-information.
What are Housing Associations?
Housing Associations are non-profit making organisations. They are the major providers of social housing in the District and re regulated by the Government, see homesandcommunities.co.uk to ensure that they provide good quality, affordable homes to meet the needs of local people.
Registered Social Landlord (Housing Associations) accommodation for rent.
We work closely with several Housing Associations to develop affordable housing for rent and shared ownership, and can nominate people to Registered Social Landlord (RSL) for vacant properties. If you are seeking this type of accommodation you need to have your name on the Council's Housing Register, which is managed on behalf of the Council by Eden Housing Association. You will need to contact Eden Housing Association and complete an application form for the Register. In addition you should also contact individual RSL's directly as you will also need to complete their application forms. For further information about RSLs click on the links below.
The consultation period for the new Cumbria Choice Scheme which sets out changes in the way Council and Housing Associations allocate houses to rent ended on 30th April 2010.
The results from the consultation will be available on our website at the beginning of June. It will include feedback on the questions asked as well as a selection of the comments received.
For Further Information:
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Contact: Eden Housing Association, Blain House, Bridge Lane, Penrith CA11 8QU
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Telephone: 01768 861400
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Out of hours: Emergencies 01768 861434
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Email: enquiry@edenha.org.uk
