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FAQS
There are over1,500 housing association properties in this district. Homeseekers on our Housing Register (waiting list) can express their interest in council properties and housing association dwellings. Click here for more information on the Council's Housing Register and choice based lettings scheme.
Housing associations are ‘Registered Social Landlords’ not private landlords. They provide housing in a very similar way to the Council and are non-profit making. They are run by Committees of unpaid people, and managed by paid, professional housing officers. People who rent a housing association property must meet their rules and conditions of tenancy. The housing association will carry out most repairs.
Shared Ownership - New Build HomeBuy
This shared ownership option offers brand new homes for sale on a part buy / part rent basis. Homes are available through different housing associations. Homebuy is operated through Moat in the Epping Forest District. You can buy shares worth between 25% and 75% of the property's market value and you pay a subsidised rent on the remaining share. You may need to raise a mortgage to purchase your share. If you have a large deposit or equity from the sale of a property, this can also be used towards purchasing your share. Second-hand shared ownership properties are also available from existing owners. These are called resales.
Follow this link to find more information on HomebuyOther shared ownership opportunities sometimes become available though other housing associations. Click on the following link for information on a new 38 unit shared ownership development at Sewardstone Village, Essex:
Shared ownership opportunity near Waltham Abbey
For further information on the Sewardstone Village scheme, please phone Genesis Housing Association on 033 3000 4000 or visit www.genesisha.org.uk
Developing affordable housing for rent
The Council works closely with several housing associations to develop affordable housing for rent. Our preferred partners are:
Click here for some Housing Association FAQS
Tenant Services Authority
The Tenant Services Authority was set up as a result of the 2008 Housing and Regeneration Act. The Act gave the TSA certain powers over the regulation of social housing. The TSA's website gives more information on the TSA's powers, and information on housing associations operating in your area (see link below).
Link to TSA website
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