Discretionary Housing Payment

If your Housing Benefit or Universal Credit (housing element) is less than your rent and you're struggling to pay your landlord the difference, you may be able to request a Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP).

Apply for a Discretionary Payment

Our Discretionary Housing Payment policy

For more information, download our Discretionary Housing Payment policy and guidance.

Also see

• Who can claim Housing Benefit
• New Housing Benefit claims
• Report a change in circumstances
• Housing Benefit appeals
• Local Housing Allowance
• Benefits