Every secure tenant has the right to improve their home.
You need permission from your Housing Management Officer in writing, and the work must be carried out according to the guidelines given.
Provided you get permission for improvements or alterations and carry them out satisfactorily you may receive a cash payment when you leave your home.
Carrying out improvements will not cause an increase to your rent.
Home improvement request refusals
Permission may be denied if the work could cause us expense or difficulty letting the home in the future, or is a potential safety risk.
We must explain any refusal in writing.
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