To apply for a council house in Lincoln, you need to register with Lincs Homefinder online. Lincoln says properties are allocated to people with the greatest housing need first, so the main step is to complete that housing register application.
| What you need to do | How |
|---|---|
| Register for housing | Apply online through Lincs Homefinder: Apply for a council house |
| If you need help applying | Call Housing Solutions on 01522 873777 to book a telephone or face-to-face appointment |
| If you’re homeless or at risk of homelessness | Call 01522 873 777 |
| If you want to bid on properties later | You can bid via the website www.lincshomefinder.co.uk, by telephone, in person at a local authority reception area, or through the assisted persons process |
Lincoln also notes that the current processing time for applications is 8 weeks. If you want, the council says you should read the latest Allocations Policy before applying.