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Housing

The Council has an important role in providing good quality rented housing to residents across Perth and Kinross.

Managing our council housing, providing services to our tenants and working to address homelessness and other housing issues are crucial parts of our work.

In this section

Housing advice

Find out about all of the housing options available to you from Council Housing, Housing Association, mutual exchanges, low cost ownership schemes to renting in the private sector. There's also useful information on getting ready to move in to your first home, and energy effiency tips.

Homelessness and temporary accommodation

Homelessness services are not just about providing you with somewhere to stay tonight. Staff focus on prevention and support to help people avoid becoming homeless, or to prepare them for moving in to and sustaining their next tenancy.

Private housing

If you are looking to buy or rent a private property, you can find advice and support in this section. We also provide information to private landlords from registration to responsibilities.

Housing and Council Tax benefit

Assistance with the payment of rent and council tax is available for those who are on a low income. Find out if you are entitled to Housing and Council Tax Benefit.

Council Tax

Council Tax helps to fund local services such as schools, refuse collection and police. You can view Council tax banding and charges and find out if you are eligible for any reductions.