: Example Housing Needs Survey Let's Talk Cornwall Example of Housing Needs Survey Reports  A housing need survey word document template can be provided on request....Finding sites: Targeted Call for Land Call for Land example Letter Parish-wide Call for Land  Call for Land Letter and questionnaire  Call for Land acknowledgement Letter  Selecting a site: Site Summary report template Public Consultation questionnaire template Public Consultation Summary Report template Delivering: Development Brief example s106 agreements Cornwall Homechoice policy Online Mapping Economic Appraisal Tool Checklist for Development Appraisals If you can’t find what you are looking for or need any advice or assistance please contact the Affordable Housing team. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/affordable-housing/affordable-housing-rural-toolkit-resources/

Last updated: 08/08/2025 08:56:53

Decisions about Housing Benefit Cornwall Council make decisions about Housing Benefit (help with rent). ...Decision letters can sometimes be confusing and can cover various awards such as Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support....Appeal against a Housing Benefit decision You must appeal against our decision within one month of the date of the new decision.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/housing-benefit/appeal-a-housing-benefit-decision/

Last updated: 30/07/2025 10:53:33

Housing Benefit can be considered for students who: Live in Supported or temporary housing Are Pension age.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/housing-benefit/im-a-student-can-i-get-housing-benefit/

Last updated: 20/01/2026 16:40:46

You can make a new claim for housing benefit or council tax support online....You can report any change to an existing housing benefit or council tax support claim. ...Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support Claim form Use this form to apply for housing benefit and council tax support.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/forms-for-housing-benefit-and-council-tax-support/

Last updated: 27/05/2026 11:41:39

What is the Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA)?...The SHLAA is a study to identify all available sites within Cornwall which have the potential for future housing development....Its primary role is to:Identify available sites with the potential for housing;Assess each site’s housing potential; andAssess when these sites are likely to be developedA site's inclusion in the Assessment does not imply that it will be made available for housing or granted planning permission.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/planning-policy/adopted-plans/strategic-housing-land-availability-assessment/

Last updated: 30/07/2026 14:33:39

The strategy embraces the extra powers made available by the Housing and Planning Act 2016....The standard used as part of the mandatory HMO licensing Scheme.Private Sector Housing (PSH) Enforcement PolicyAmenity StandardsCornwall Council has amenity standards for HMOs used as homelessness accommodation....They are used when the Council decides if a home is suitable for people placed under homelessness duties.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/policies-and-strategies/

Last updated: 13/08/2026 13:56:32

Working alongside our colleagues in the Housing department, in Adult Social Care, we aim to help you live in your own home for as long as you wish to....For some young people, it will include support to transition to adult life, such as getting into education, training or employment.Read more on our Supported Housing pageOther types of supportYou can get a variety of other support to help you manage at home.Cornwall Council’s Housing department has a Home Solutions Service, which includes:Adapting your homeProviding you with items such as handrails, ramps, etcFinancial advice and assistance around housing mattersMoving you to more suitable and appropriate Household maintenance and repairs if you have a disability and/or are over 60Find out more on our Home Solutions page Assisted waste collectionsYou can register for help with your waste and recycling collections, if you are unable to move your bins to the boundary of your property due to:a mobility issuea disabilitya medical conditionThis is called Assisted Collections....You can find out more on Meals on Wheels on the Kernow DirectorySpecialist accommodation with a bit more supportIf your existing home is not suitable for you, there are various alternatives, offering different levels of care.Supported Housing For adults primarily aged 16-64  who have been assessed as having eligible care needs.

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/adult-social-care/accommodation-and-housing-options/

Last updated: 18/06/2026 14:03:39

When making a claim for Housing Benefit we will need to see documents relating to you and your partner. 

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/benefits-and-support/housing-benefit/evidence-for-your-housing-benefit-claim/

Last updated: 09/01/2026 16:32:14

Data Protection Registration Number: Z1745294 There’s something I don’t understand If you need help in understanding or completing this form, please contact Private Sector Housing on telephone number 0300 1234 582 or by emailing psh@cornwall.gov.uk How we will use the information about you   Cornwall Council is required under Paragraph 3 of the Housing Act 2004, Part 1 to review housing conditions in its area with a view to undertaking any action that may need to be taken by them....It is a requirement by law that the local authority keep the housing conditions in their area under review with a view to identifying any action that may need to be taken by them.  

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/houses-in-multiple-occupation/private-sector-housing-privacy-statement/

Last updated: 01/08/2025 11:11:47

This is the Privacy Notice for Cornwall Council’s Housing Options Service.What does this privacy notice do?...Housing Options needs to use your data to process your Housing Options Application....We use this data to help prevent homelessness where we are able.We also link in other agencies to help with your housing situation where we are able.Who do you share information with?

https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/housing/housing-options-privacy-notice/

Last updated: 08/07/2026 08:45:57