Tenancy information

In addition to proof of income, every applicant for Housing Benefit must provide:

  • the date their tenancy started
  • the date the tenant moved in to the property
  • the rent charged and how often e.g. weekly, monthly
  • the number and type of rooms in the property
  • the rooms occupied by the tenant
  • the name and address of the landlord; and

A tenancy agreement or a rent book should show the date the tenancy began, the amount of rent charged and any services included in the rent (such as heating, meals etc)


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