Town Centre House will be refurbished for social tenants
A block of flats with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in its roof will soon be transformed…
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Bond scheme helps landlords improve homes
Landlords across Cherwell are encouraged to take advantage of an affordable housing initiative to access grants of up to £15,000 for home improvements.
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Council invites its tenants to help shape new charter
North Oxfordshire residents who rent their home from Cherwell District Council can now help shape a new document which will outline the services they can expect from their landlord.
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Rogue landlord pleads guilty to flouting COVID eviction ban
A Banbury renter who lost her ginger housecat Max when she was illegally made homeless has seen justice served on her former landlord.
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Council welcomes latest report on renters’ reforms
Cherwell District Council has welcomed progress in the Renters Reform Bill following the latest House of Commons Committee report.
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Major investment in affordable housing announced
Significant investment of government funding by Cherwell District Council is set to accelerate the delivery of affordable homes across north Oxfordshire.
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Alternatives to eviction as landlords sell up
With an increasing number of landlords selling their properties, an appeal is going out to prevent tenants being put at risk of homelessness.
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Incentives for higher quality homes
Landlords who need to improve the standard of their properties can apply for up to £15,000 as part of a drive to improve the quality and availability of affordable housing.
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New accommodation announced to prevent rough sleeping
Vulnerable single people will be at less risk of sleeping on the streets, thanks to a new deal struck by the council.
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Making social housing allocations fairer
Scheme which decides how social housing is allocated has been updated to make sure it is as fair as possible.
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Don’t delay seeking help if rent is a struggle
People struggling to pay the rent because of the pandemic can count on extra advice and support from the council.