Applying as homeless
This content applies to England only.
Housing laws vary between England and Scotland. This page applies to England only. Get advice relating to Scotland
This section explains what to do if you are homeless and you want to apply for help from the council housing department. The council has duties to help certain groups of homeless people and can only refuse to accept your application in certain circumstances.
Who can apply as homeless
If the council refuses to accept your homelessness application you should ask for written reasons why and get advice. Read more 
How to apply as homeless
This section looks at what's involved in making a homelessness application, including how, when and where you should apply. Read more
