Approach to transfers - application and assessment
Tenants who believe they are eligible for the transfer incentive scheme will need to be accepted onto and have a live application on the Housing register. The homes that can be bid on through the Kent HomeChoice choice based lettings system online will be confirmed through a housing register application.
Tenants accepted onto the Housing Register are given priority linked to the extent they are under-occupying their current home.
The Council may make direct offers of accommodation for transfer households downsizing or moving from a wheelchair adapted home.
If a tenant is under-occupying an adapted property (which has been funded through a disabled facilities grant) the Council will work with the Registered Provider to try and find a suitable smaller property that is already adapted to meet the households needs. Where this is not possible, a smaller property that needs adaptations will be considered with suitability and extent of works needed to be informed by an occupational therapist assessment.
To apply for the scheme if you are moving into the private sector, whether renting or buying, you’ll need to complete the transfer incentive form at least a month before the move. Proof of the new tenancy or home ownership will be needed before any payment is issued.