Rent payments
The rent the Association charges has to cover:
- The day to day management, maintenance and repair of properties
- The interest and repayments of money borrowed to improve the houses and build new ones
- The establishment of a fund to enable the Association to provide for future major repairs
In addition to your rent you may also be required to pay a separate charge for services. These may cover such things as grass cutting, maintenance of communal facilities, etc. These should be highlighted in your Tenancy Agreement.
Rent Increases
The Association is committed to providing housing for those on a low income, and aims to keep rents at an affordable level.
West Highland Housing Association carry out a review of its rent levels annually and normally applies any increase, in line with the recommendations of Communities Scotland and following consultation with tenants, from the 1st of April each year. You will be provided with advance notice of any changes to rent or service charge. |
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How to pay your rent:
In line with your Tenancy Agreement your rent is payable monthly in advance, on or before the first day of each month, unless an alternative arrangement has been made.
Plastic Swipe Card
Plastic Swipe Payment Cards are issued to all new tenants and can be used to pay your rent at any Post Office using the following methods:
- Cash/Cheque
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
Standing Order
A Standing Order Mandate can be obtained from the Association's Corporate Services Section. This should be completed and forwarded to your Bank or Building Society.
By Post
Cheques or Postal Orders can be forwarded to the Association's Corporate Services Section.
If you have problems paying your rent
please see the Rent Arrears page.
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