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How are the local housing allowance rates worked out?

The basic calculation for LHA entitlement takes into account

• The number of rooms you are entitled to
• The area the property is in
• Your income and capital
• Other people who are living with you

More information about the calculation process and LHA can be found on our About Local Housing Allowance page.

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• Can I apply for Benefits?
• How can I apply?
• How long will it take for my application to be processed?
• I don't want to send original documents in the post - what can I do?
• How much benefit am I entitled to?
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• Can I get benefits if I am self-employed?
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Housing benefits

• How does LHA differ from Housing Benefits?
• I'm receiving Housing Benefits - when will my application move to LHA?

Local housing allowance

• How are the Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates worked out?
• How does LHA differ from Housing Benefits?
• Can I appeal against the amount of LHA rates?
• What if the rent I pay doesn't match the LHA amount I receive?
• What happens if my rent changes?
• How many bedrooms am I entitled to under LHA rules?
• How do I know which BRMA I live in?

Change in circumstances

• I've moved address - what do I need to do?
• My income/capital has changed - do you need to know?
• I've informed the DWP about a change in my circumstances - will they tell you?
• What can I do if I don't agree with a decision?
• What if my hours change or I stop working?
• Do I need to inform you if my child care costs change?
• What is an overpayment and how does it occur?

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