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Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/houses-multiple-occupationInformation about what a HMO is and how you can apply on the Public Protection Partnership website.
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Landlords: support from the council
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/landlords-support-from-councilInformation on support for landlords from the council and where to get further advice.
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Crisis and Resilience Fund Housing Payments (previously Discretionary Housing Payment)
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/dhpFrom 1 April 2026, the UK Government is introducing new Crisis and Resilience Fund Housing Payments, which will replace the Discretionary Housing payment.
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Private renting: everything you need to know
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/private-rentingAdvice on renting in the private sector, including what it is, how to find properties, deposits, rent, tenant rights and eviction.
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Awaab's Law
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/awaabs-lawInformation about Awaab's Law and the changes to landlord duties on housing hazards, in three phases.
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Housing support and advice
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/housingsupportandadviceSupport and advice for homelessness and different housing options, including Crisis and Resilience Fund housing payments and home improvements and adaptations.
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Private renting
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/housing-private-rentingInformation and guidance on what private renting is and your rights and responsibilities, rent in advance and rent deposits, and getting tenancy ready.
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The Renters' Rights Act
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/renters-rights-actInformation about the changes brought in by the Renters' Rights Act, including what the changes mean for landlords and the phases involved.
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Get tenancy ready
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/housing-get-tenancy-readyAdvice for getting ready to rent, showing you are a reliable tenant and avoiding delays once you find a suitable home.
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Rent in advance and rent deposits
https://parish.westberks.gov.uk/rentadvanceHelp with money required up-front to move into a rented property.