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Housing

There are a wide variety of problems people can have relating to where they live. You might be facing mortgage difficulties, or need guidance finding somewhere affordable to rent, or perhaps you need advice on private sector tenancies.

You can also use the button below to search Citizens Advice website for information.

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Self Help Tools

If you are homeless and looking to get support you can contact the East Lothian Council's Homelessness Team on 01620 827 536. They are open Monday - Thurs between 9am and 5pm and Fri 9am to 4pm.

If you are needing their support outwith these hours you can contact their emergency number 0800 169 1611.

Homeless Prevention Team

If you are threatened with homelessness in over 2 months you can contact East Lothian Council's Prevention Team on 01620 820 107. Their team will help you to try and stay in your current property or assist you with other housing options that may be available.

Council housing application forms can be collected from your local area office or you can download a copy.

Housing associations are an affordable way to rent a house. These organisations provide valuable support and access to homes throughout the area.

Here is a list of all housing associations in East Lothian:

Ark Housing Association

Visit Ark Housing Association website or call 0131 447 9027

Bield

Visit Bield website or call 0131 273 4000

Properties are advertised on My Bield

Blackwood Group

Visit Blackwood Group website or call 03457 125865

East Lothian Housing Association (ELHA)

Visit East Lothian Housing Association (ELHA) website or call 01620 825032