Long Term Housing

What is the Long Term Housing Program?

• Properties that are owned by Department of Housing & Public Works, that are leased under the requirements of Long Term Housing.
• FEAT leases accommodation to eligible applicants.
• Applicants are referred to FEAT from the Department of Housing & Public Works Register of Need.

Are You Eligible?

• You  must have a current approved application with Department of Housing & Public Works
• You must be able to live independently.  People who can have their support needs met by another organisation are eligible for assistance.

How Do I Apply?

• Contact Department of Housing & Public Works for assessment of eligibility for the Register of Need.  If eligible, you will need to request that Community Housing be listed on your application as a housing option.

How Much Will My Rent Be?

• Your rent is based on your household income.  Rent is calculated at 25% of assessable household income plus full Rent Assistance you are entitled to receive through Department of Human Services – Centrelink.
• The rent policy guidelines used are set by Department of Housing & Public Works. Click here to read more.

• MAKE AN APPOINTMENTCall to book in an appointment with our friendly and understanding staff.
• LONG TERM HOUSINGFEAT Has 25 Social Housing properties for long term accommodation, eligibility is through the Dept. Housing wait list
• HOMELESSSNESS SERVICESThe service aims to provide support for families to transition out of homelessness into housing.
• NILS LOANSThe FEAT No Interest Loan Scheme provides small loans to any low income person who has the capacity to repay.