Housing benefit & local housing allowance

Cover of housing benefit and local housing allowance guide

This guide explains local housing allowance for the private rented sector.

If you rent your home and you have a low income or are claiming benefits, you may be entitled to help with your rent payments.

The guide explains how to claim, how your entitlement is calculated, and what to do if you have problems with your claim.

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Author: Shelter

Published: October 2007

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