Landlords are being invited to a free event to find out more about help and incentives on offer to help local families find a home.
The drop-in event is organised by North Somerset council and is open to anyone including those thinking about becoming a landlord, takes place on Wednesday July 12.
The council’s lettings team will be on hand to discuss the free lettings service it provides to landlords, including information on the Renters Reform Bill and incentives to help home a family in the area.
The lettings team is looking for responsible landlords, and in exchange they will receive long-term support should any problems arise during the tenancy. There are no upfront or ongoing fees to pay for the service.
The team can also help with health and safety assessments, advice on tenancy issues, and provide information about grants and loans available to help get a property ready to let.
Average rent in North Somerset is some way above the Local Housing Allowance set by central government to support rent costs for those on a lower income.
A council spokeswoman says: “While the cost of living crisis continues to have an impact on hard working families, we’re committed to tackling inequality across North Somerset.
“Everyone has the right to live in a safe, good quality home and I’m proud that we’re taking action to help those in need to find good quality, safe and affordable homes for a fairer North Somerset.
“If you’re a landlord, or planning to be in the future, come along to this free event to see how you can help and find out what our lettings team can offer you, including some reassurance on the new Renters (Reform) Bill which was introduced to Parliament in May this year.”
Those at the event will include Citizens Advice and the National Residential Landlords Association.
