Please read this page for some quick handy hints on how to use this website; if you need to contact somebody about something unrelated to using this website please look at our contact us page.

This page is a handy tutorial on the following common tasks:

  • How to register on the system
  • How to complete an application form
  • How to search for properties that have been let through the Common Housing Register

How to register on the system 

Registering on the system will allocate you a login reference which will allow you to log back in at any time to complete an application, update an application.

Click on the register button on the top right hand side of the Home page and complete the form.

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When you have completed the form, click Image of submit button

You will then be given a login reference which you will need to note down.

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How to complete an application form

Once you are registered on the system and have a login you will be able to complete an application form (for example a housing register application form).

To complete the application you will first need to be logged in. If you are not already logged in you can do so by clicking on the Login button on the top right of the screen and entering your login reference followed by the memorable date you set when you originally registered and then press Continue.

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Now enter the password you set when you registered (if required) and press Continue.

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You will now be logged into your My Account screen. Click on the Apply for Housing link

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Complete the social housing form and on the final page, press Image of submit button

Your application has now been submitted and when it has been approved, you will be able to bid on properties you are eligible for. To view the status of your application, click on My account in the top right of the screen and your application status will be displayed.

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How to search for properties

You do not need to be logged in to search for properties.

Click Recent lets search, select the type of property you are searching for, enter an area and press Search. If you just press Search without selecting a property type or area, all available properties will be displayed.

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A list of properties will be displayed.

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