Slough Borough Council

Why have you suspended my housing application?

If your application is suspended then we will notify you in writing. If you disagree you have the right to a review of this action. You have the right to review of decision, to request this please write to the Lettings Manager at PO Box 580, Slough, SL1 1DB within 21 days of receiving our letter. We will review the decision within 21 days and let you know the outcome.

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You have refused my application for accommodation, do I have the right of appeal?

People from abroad may be subject to certain immigration rules. We may decline the application with no right of appeal, however you may be ineligible if you have: 

• been evicted for nuisance or harassment at your last settled address
• have had significant rent arrears
• been in serious breach of tenancy
• convicted of an offence in or the locality of violence
• fraudulently obtaining a tenancy

You have the right to review of decision, to request this please write to the Lettings Manager at PO Box 580, Slough, SL1 1DB within 21 days of receiving our letter. We will review the decision within 21 days and let you know the outcome.

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How do I appeal against a housing application decision?

If we make a decision about your application that you believe is unfair or incorrect, you can appeal against it. You must contact us within 21 days of the decision. A senior officer will review the decision and inform you of the outcome in writing. If you still feel the decision is wrong, then you can ask for your case to be referred to the Appeals Committee.

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