Private renting deposit and bond scheme
For tenants
Our bond scheme supports tenants who are homeless or facing homelessness to access private rented accommodation. The scheme can provide you with the first month’s rent and a deposit bond. You will also be given guidance and advice on other schemes you may be able to access.
To access the bond scheme you must show that:
- You are eligible for homelessness assistance
- You are homeless or facing homelessness
- You have no other way to pay your deposit
- The property is affordable for you
Rent and bond scheme application pack
To find out more, contact angela.slater@herefordshire.gov.uk
For landlords
The private renting deposit scheme supports tenants to access private rented accommodation by providing the first month’s rent and a council bond. If you register your property with the scheme, we will help you to find tenants, carry out affordability checks and ensure that they have no outstanding council debts.
If your property is let to a tenant using the scheme, you will receive a council bond from us covering any damages/arrears to the value of two months' rent. The bond can be claimed at the end of the tenancy. We will also provide support and advice by telephone and online, including a named contact within the team.
To find out more, contact angela.slater@herefordshire.gov.uk