Open day for affordable housing in South Somerset

SOUTH Somerset District Council will be hosting its first Affordable Housing Open Day next week to give people the opportunity to learn more about their housing options.

The event will take place at the Guildhall in Fore Street, Chard, from 3pm to 7pm on Tuesday, September 24, and will free and open to everyone.

It will give guidance whether you wish to own you own home or rent an affordable home. You may be a first-time buyer, moving up the property ladder or downsizing, whatever your circumstances there will be advice available for you.

Affordable housing is for people who are unable to rent or buy a home on the open market. It includes housing which can be: rented, shared ownership or low cost home ownership.

Find out how to register with choice-based lettings for affordable housing and get information about a range of affordable housing projects locally.

South Somerset District Council will be providing stands on a range of housing, health and financial matters and there will also be national house builders, letting agents, housing associations and financial services all available to answer any questions you may have.

The council's Deputy Leader, Cllr Tim Carroll, said: "We at the district council have been only too aware especially during this current recession how difficult it can be for many people to find a housing solution that suits them.

"We have organised this event which brings together a host of professionals across the housing and financial sectors to offer free advice. I would encourage everyone to take advantage of this event and come along and find out what may be available.”

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