Policies and guidance for tenants
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Right to Buy
Find out whether you are eligible and use the right to buy calculator to work out your discount.
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Tenants - lettable and moving out standards
We want our homes to be safe, secure, clean and in good condition...
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Flexible tenancies
The aim of the Councils Tenancy Policy is to assist residents who most need our support whilst recognising that this may only be a short term need...
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Tenants guide to taking in a lodger
Changes to Housing Benefit means that you may wish to consider new ways to boost your income, one of which could be to take in a lodger...
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Pet Policy
This policy applies to everyone who is currently housed or eligible to be housed by Selby District Council. It does not apply to leaseholders, whose lease terms will determine the matter of pet ownership.
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Compensation Policy
Selby District Council aims to provide good quality homes that are well maintained and meet the needs of our tenants.
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Decant Policy
The purpose of this policy is to clarify what Selby District Council will do when it is necessary for us to move our tenants from their homes, due to a need for the property to undergo major work
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Decoration Allowance Policy
The overall aim of this policy is to assist tenants with the financial cost of decorating their homes and, in doing so, assist in the effective maintenance of the Council's housing stock
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Recharge Policy
The Council recognises that the vast majority of tenants have high standards and will look after their homes. However, there are a small number who do not value their homes or take responsibility for ensuring they comply.