Tenancy Information

If you are looking for a home to rent in Warrington then we may be able to help you. We have 165 private rented homes in several areas of Warrington.

All our homes are maintained to a high standard and provide high quality affordable accommodation.

We currently do not have any available homes, but if you are interested in being considered for any future vacancies, please contact us and we can add your name to our waiting list and we will contact you once we have available properties

Pay your rent

Read your written tenancy agreement carefully to understand your rights and responsibilities.

If you have any concerns about the agreement, seek advice before you sign.

  • You will be given a photographic inventory as an extra safeguard, make sure that you take photos. This will make things easier if there is a dispute about the deposit at the end of the tenancy.
  • If you are happy with the inventory, sign it and keep a copy.
  • Remember to take meter readings when you move in.
  • This will help make sure you don’t pay for the previous tenant’s bills.
  • You will be given details on how to report a repair, please read and keep safe in case of emergency.

There are a number of documents that you must be provided with at the start of your tenancy, by law. Use the below list as a checklist, and make sure you do receive a copy of each.

  • A copy of the guide ‘How to rent’.
    • This guide is only applicable to tenants in England.
  • A gas safety certificate.
    • The landlord must provide one each year, if there is a gas installation. Foxwood and Sycamore developments do not have a gas supply.
  • Deposit paperwork.
  • The Energy Performance Certificate.
    • This will affect your energy bills.
  • A record of any electrical inspections.
    • All appliances must be safe and checks every 5 years are recommended.

Your deposit will be held by TDS Custodial this is a tenancy deposit protection scheme run by the tenancy deposit scheme. It is authorised by the Government to hold tenancy deposits until repayment is requested when the tenancy ends.

Once the deposit has been paid to the scheme it has to be held for a minimum period to comply with our contract, before it can be returned. We will provide you with the prescribed information within 30 days of the start of your tenancy. This will give you all the information that is required. with free, impartial dispute resolution for when disagreements arise over how the money is divided.

Debts, Benefits and Universal Credit Advice

Many people struggle with debt and aren’t aware of the tools, guidance and options that are available to help. Below are a number of links to organisations who can help you take back control of your finances and get started on your debt free journey.

Citizens Advice Warrington

The Gateway

89 Sankey Street

Warrington – WA1 1SR

telephone: 01925 246994 email: admin@warrington.cabnet.org.uk www.warrington-advice.co.uk

Step Change

StepChange is the UK’s leading debt charity offering free budgeting help and debt advice alongside a range of solutions like an IVA. For instant debt help try Debt Remedy, their confidential online tool.

Telephone: 0800 138 1111 www.stepchange.org

Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-4pm

Benefits Information and Calculator

More information on benefits available can be found here, and this free and anonymous benefits calculator helps you to understand what benefits you may be entitled to.

Use the Calculator here

Please contact us if you require any advice relating to your tenancy this may include such as.

How to add a person to your agreement

How to change a name on your agreement

Advice on our pet policy

Advice on ending your tenancy early

Any other items relating to your Tenancy.

Tel: 01925 246810

Fax: 01925 246814

Email: admin@wha.org.uk

Warrington Housing Association, the Gateway,
89 Sankey Street, Warrington, WA1 1SR

We aim to provide a safe and secure environment for you to live in. We want to do everything we can to stop anti-social behaviour

It’s important that you report any concerns that you have about anti-social behaviour in your area as this may affect the enjoyment of your property and that of your neighbours.