Private sector housing

Renting from the private sector

Much more property is available to rent from private landlords

Shared ownership

A scheme to part-own your house

Empty properties

We offer grants to turn empty properties into homes for local residents

Privately rented housing issues

The PSH enforcement team aims to improve living conditions in the private rented sector

Home Improvement Agency

Disabled facilities grants are available to make adaptations to your home

Private landlords

Help2Let matches up tenants with available private rental properties

Taking in a lodger

Taking in a lodger could earn you a tax-free income and help the local community.

Private residential property licences

Advice on licences for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and selective licensing of other residential accommodation

Help2care

We may be able to help you to keep your home while earning money for your care costs through Help2let: Harrow Council’s leasing scheme.