If you mean applying for a council house in Dartford, you need to join the Housing Register through Kent Homechoice. Dartford no longer accepts paper applications for this, so the application is done online.
| What you need to do | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply online | Complete an online application form on the Kent Homechoice website: Kent Homechoice |
| Check eligibility | You must be living in the UK, not subject to immigration control, and generally have lived continuously in the Borough of Dartford for the last five years for new applications received on or after October 3, 2025 |
| If you already rent from a council or housing association | You must have a clear rent account, your home and garden must be in acceptable condition, and you must have written permission from your landlord |
| If you need help applying | You can nominate a friend, relative, or advocacy worker to apply on your behalf using an advocacy form, or call 01322 343907 |
| If you have medical needs | Complete a medical and welfare form so the Council’s Medical Panel can consider it |
| After you register | Dartford will email or write to you with details on how to start bidding on homes |
A couple of practical points: once you’re registered, you can bid on homes advertised through Kent Homechoice, and the Housing Allocations Team can be reached on 01322 343907 or allocations@dartford.gov.uk for waiting-time queries.