Housing Options

Access to Social housing for EEA nationals

The UK left the EU on 31st December 2020. From 1st January 2021 withdrawal agreements protect the rights of of EEA nationals and family members living in the UK before 31st December 2020. However, if you are an EU, EEA or swiss citizen you and your family should apply to the EU Settlement Scheme before 30th June 2021 in order to continue living in the UK after this date. You can apply for settlement at http://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families

New Development at Imperial Apartments, Whitchurch Lane, Whitchurch, BS14 0TJ

This is a new development at Imperial Apartments.  A range of apartments is being offered in this development on a 12-month ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCY basis with a Private landlord called CARIDON.

All properties are being let at Local Housing Allowance rent or just below.
1 Bed/Studio: £693.12
2 bed: £822.73

A brochure of the development can be found here

See latest news below for further details

Any queries please email imperialapartmentsenquiries@bristol.gov.uk

I'm struggling to pay my rent. Can I get any additional financial help?

Please note, that if you are only applying for HomeChoice Bristol because your income has reduced and you are struggling to pay your rent, you may be able to get additional financial help to pay your rent and other essential bills. Please go to http://www.bristol.gov.uk/benefits-financial-help/covid-19-financial-help for more information on the help available.

Waiting Times

Once you have registered your household, completed and submitted your HomeChoice Bristol application form your application will be assessed and you will be told if you qualify to be included on HomeChoice Bristol. 
It is currently taking 16 weeks to assess a new application or to assess changes of circumstances on an application. We will contact you once your application has been assessed. The waiting list is very long, even people with the greatest need often wait several years before they get a council property.

You must tell us if there are any changes in your circumstances.