How Long Does A Housing Benefit Application Take?

AI Summary

A Housing Benefit application in Perth & Kinross is aimed to be decided within 14 days once the council has received all the information it needs.

Stage Timeframe
Decision on Housing Benefit entitlement within 14 days after all required information has been received

If the council needs more information from you, that can add time. For a quicker start, Perth & Kinross also says you can phone 01738 476049 if you’re having difficulty making an application, and you can apply online via apply for Council Tax Reduction and/or Housing Benefit.

Sources

Apply for Council Tax Reduction (CTR) and/or Housing Benefit (HB) Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) Homelessness - Deciding your application Housing Benefit - Notification letter

Related questions

What information do I need to provide for a Housing Benefit application? How can I check the status of my Housing Benefit claim? What should I do if my Housing Benefit application is delayed? Can I get help applying for Housing Benefit online?