Festive opening times and service changes
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Rent your property for use as temporary accommodation
We are currently looking for landlords who would like to rent a property in Dumfries or Stranraer for use as temporary accommodation for people who are homeless or who may become homeless.
If you are a private landlord with property to let, you could help someone who is homeless or is being threatened with homelessness.
We are currently looking for expressions of interest from private landlords for properties for use as temporary accommodation.
The property we are looking for
The property must:
- be self-contained
- be in Dumfries or Stranraer
- have a current energy performance certificate (EPC) band D or above
- meet the new fire alarm, smoke and carbon monoxide regulations
- have up to date electrical and gas safety certificates
If you are a registered private sector landlord with suitable furnished properties within Dumfries or Stranraer, please register your interest with us:
Email: jane.ross@dumgal.gov.uk
Telephone: 01387 260754
Payments for your property
We pay landlords quarterly in advance at the appropriate Local Housing Allowance rate – gov.uk.