The Local Lettings Agency Model
In response to the highly regarded 'Rugg Review' of the Private Rented Sector (PRS), the Department of Communities and Local Government (CLG) have recommended that introducing ‘Local Lettings Agency’ (LLA) models can enable local authorities to work more constructively with the PRS in their area.
Settled Housing Solutions Consultancy Service can work alongside your staff on the development and successful integration of a LLA model which will enable you to deliver a more co-ordinated and cost effective approach to securing PRS tenancies for low income households and allow you to focus on improving the sustainability and quality of accommodation in the PRS.
A Holistic Approach to PRS Engagement
Your Housing Service's LLA model will be unique to local market conditions and local housing priorities. It can address a wide range of private rented sector strategic objectives including:
- Improving your evidence base of your local PRS market
- Improving Local Housing Allowance performance
- New PRS housing option development
- Promoting better housing management through accreditation and regulation of letting agents
- Minimising PRS re-housing costs
- Equalising PRS rental opportunties for low income households
- Improving your working relationship with local landlords, letting agents and temporary accommodation providers
- Linking up with local employment, training and floating support initiatives
The Settled Housing Solutions Consultants are happy to discuss how the model can be successfully introduced into your service.
Settled Housing Solutions have a produced a leaflet explaining how our 'Local Lettings Agency Model' can enable you to meet your PRS objectives. Download a copy here...