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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Monday, July 08, 2024

QUESTION NO.26

QUESTION: Councillor P. Holohan

Can the Chief Executive inform if it is possible for a person to keep their homeless hap, if they need to move, as the property they have obtained turns out to fall below living standards eg mould problems, damp, problems heating problems, structural issues.

REPLY:

An applicant approved for social housing supports and facing homeless may be awarded Homeless HAP. If an applicant moves from one property to another, they lose their Homeless HAP and are then eligible for the standard HAP payment. In exceptional instances, applications can be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Issues regarding the maintenance of a private property is between the landlord and the tenant. However, if a tenant, has a concern about the condition of their rented accommodation, in the first instance they should contact the landlord to give them an opportunity to put matters right. If the problem persists after notifying the landlord and allowing adequate time for the repairs, a complaint can be lodged with the private rented inspections unit by submitting a  Tenants’ Complaint Form.