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Housing

Homelessness, affordable housing, council and social housing, housing support and grants, private tenants, private landlords, empty homes and community-led Housing.

Affordable housing

How to apply for affordable housing buying or renting, affordable housing grants, our grants policy and information on custom and self build homes.

Council housing

Council housing is only available in the Barrow and Eden areas. There is social housing in South Lakeland which is owned and provided by housing associations.

Housing standards

Advice for landlords and tenants to help make sure rented properties are safe and well-maintained.

Homeless and sleeping rough

We have a duty to try and prevent homelessness and provide facilities for rough sleepers during periods of extreme cold weather.

Report an empty property

Empty homes can have a negative impact on a local community. If you are aware of one, please let us know.

Housing grants

Find out about grants available in your area, including the Disabled Facilities Grant and financial support to make your home more energy efficient.

Housing support

Housing support details the support and care in your own home. It also tells you about other housing options that may suit you, if you can no longer live in your own home.

Handy person scheme

Help for elderly and vulnerable people who are unable to carry out essential work at their homes. The scheme does not provide an emergency service.