PRS Access Scheme tenant information

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How to apply to the PRS Access Scheme

To apply for Watford PRS Access Scheme you will need to complete the council's Housing Advice and Homelessness Enquiry Form. After downloading the form, please complete it, save it and email it to the council.

We will contact you within 5 working days to ask you to come and see us and discuss your application further. 

The main requirements for applying for Watford PRS Access Scheme are that you need to have a local connection with Watford and be in housing need.

Types of documents you need to bring to your appointment
For all members of your household
  • Identification documents such as your Passport, Driving Licence and Birth Certificate
If you and or your partner will be the tenant(s)
  • Proof of current income: 3 monthly wage slips, or 8  weekly wage slips and/or benefit letters
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months
  • A Utility bill (if applicable)
  • Confirmation of your local connection to Watford
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