Can a mutual exchange be refused?

There are, by law, 11 grounds on which the Local Authority or Housing Association can withhold or refuse consent to a mutual exchange: Ground 1: There is a Possession Order on the property. Ground 2: A Notice of Seeking Possession has been served. Ground 5: The property is tied accommodation.

Can you pull out of a mutual exchange?

Please remember that all parties (including you) have a legal right to pull out of a mutual exchange at any point before signing the paperwork. This rarely happens as most people do genuinely want to home swap, however, it is something to remain aware of.

Can you apply directly to housing association?

You can apply directly to a housing association, but it’s best to make your application through your local council as this increases your chances of getting a home.

What areas do Peabody cover?

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Abbey Orchard Street. Abbey Orchard Street Estate and Old Pye Street Estate both date from the 1880s, while Horseferry Road Estate was built in 1922.
About Barnet.
About Brent.
About Camden. The London Borough of Camden in Inner London…
About Ealing.
About Enfield.
About Hackney.
About Hammersmith & Fulham.

What grounds can a mutual exchange be refused?

Grounds for refusing consent to the exchange – Ground 1 When any rent lawfully due from a tenant under one of the existing tenancies has not been paid. – Ground 2 When an obligation under one of the existing tenancies has been broken or not performed.

Can you do a mutual exchange with family?

Within the United Kingdom, Council and housing association secure and assured tenants have the right to exchange their homes to homes suitable for them and their families. You will need written permission from your landlords before you can exchange.

How quick can a mutual exchange be done?

We aim to provide a final decision within 42 days (six weeks) of receiving your completed mutual exchange application. This does not mean that you will be able to move within 42 days; most exchanges take between eight to ten weeks to complete. To avoid any delays, make sure your rent account is debt-free.

What can Peabody help with?

Supported Housing

Young people.
Young parents or families.
Mental health needs.
Drug and/or alcohol problems.
Homelessness.
Learning disability.

Does Peabody allow under occupancy?

We aim to prioritise certain types of under-occupying household who wish to move to a smaller property within our internal transfers. This enables our larger homes to be allocated to more suitably-sized households.

How long does a mutual exchange take from start to finish?

This does not mean that you will be able to move within 42 days; most exchanges take between eight to ten weeks to complete.

Can a mutual exchange be refused?