How to Apply for Council Housing

You should complete a UChoosehomes Housing Registration Form online, or download a Registration Form and return to one of the Council offices.

If you live outside of the Cannock Chase area, please make sure that you select the landlord who you wish to administer your application.  This is known as the 'lead landlord'.

It is important that the form is completed correctly otherwise it will be returned to you.

You will not be placed on the Housing Register and considered for Council housing until the form is fully completed and we have received the requested proofs detailed on the Registration Form, (for example:  proof of National Insurance Number).  If you require help in completing the form, staff at any of the area offices will be pleased to help you.

Important: If you attempt to gain priority by withholding or giving false information, your application will be deferred and if you obtain a property by such means you will be evicted.

If you live outside the Cannock Chase area and are applying for housing because you work in the area, you will need to provide a letter from your employer confirming that you have permanent employment in the area and that you work over 20 hours per week.

• If you are pregnant you must provide a photocopy of your proof of pregnancy certificate stating the date your baby is due.
• If you have children you will need to provide confirmation of their ages, e.g. a photocopy of their birth certificate.
• You will need to provide confirmation of your current address, and your National Insurance number. If you do not, your name will not be placed on the Housing Register.

You may also need to provide copies of other documents and if this is the case you will be advised at the time your application is registered.

Important: The original of any document (such as birth certificates) should not be posted to the area office, a photocopy should be provided. Area office staff will be pleased to take a copy for you if necessary.

 For further information please refer to our 'Somewhere to Live' Booklet.