Frequently asked questions 

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• What points am I eligible for if I am currently in temporary accommodation?

  All applicants in temporary accommodation are eligible for homeless and temporary accommodation points only.

• How does village connection work?

  You must meet the standard local connection to Dacorum criteria as set out in the  Housing Allocations Policy (PDF 1.7MB), plus one of the following:

  • A five-year residency within the village at some point in your lifetime
  • Family connection. Where an immediate family member (parent, child, sibling) aged 18 or over has continuously been a resident within the village for 10 years immediately before the date of application
  • Currently in employment within the village boundary. Consisting of 16 hours a week or more, and been continuous for at least the past 24 months.
• How many points will I get if I am under-occupying my property?
  • 30 points per bedroom if you wish to downsize to a general needs property.
  • 50 points per bedroom if you wish to downsize to a supported housing property.
• How many households are registered for a direct offer for an adapted property?
  • Around 95 households are registered for a direct offer for an adapted property.
  • On average, we make around five direct offers for an adapted property each year. 
• How many bedrooms am I entitled to?

  Our  Bedroom Standards guide (PDF 996KB) explains what size property you may be eligible for.