Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme

We run a Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme to help individuals, couples or families renting in the private sector.

The scheme aims to help people who cannot provide a deposit, who have not accrued a debt previously through the scheme, and where one of the following criteria applies:

• are aged 16 years and over and have made a homeless application

• may be living in accommodation which is below tolerable standards

• have a medical priority which is affected by their present accommodation

For more information and to find out how the scheme can help you get private rented accommodation, please contact your local housing office.