Full News Report

26th February 2025

Council changes to housing allocation system

CORNWALL Council’s approach to allocating social and affordable homes in Cornwall is about to change, with a new policy and ‘applicant portal’ coming into operation from April.

To get ready for the reworking, the Council has already paused the weekly adverts and bidding cycles.

The housing register will be closed from 5.00 pm on Thursday, March 6, including for any new applications. 

Any requests that are in the process of being assessed at the time of closure, will be prioritised for decision from April 1.

The allocations policy sets out who qualifies for an offer of accommodation. It applies to accommodation that Cornwall Council owns, as well as other affordable and social homes to which it has nominations rights.

For more information about the changes, please see the Council’s allocation scheme page at: https://cornwall.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8b22106188babc3bc72a50b07&id=d70a38fa9b&e=3420d0621c, on Cornwall Council’s website.

The County will continue to support anyone in urgent housing need or experiencing homelessness. Those in urgent need should call 0300 1234 161 or visit the County Council’s Homeless or ‘At Risk’ website page at: https://cornwall.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8b22106188babc3bc72a50b07&id=b0de278f48&e=3420d0621c.