How long will it take to be offered a property?
We understand you want to know how long you might wait, but, we can’t give an exact time frame. This is because the type of tenancies we offer allow tenants to stay as long as they follow the tenancy rules, which means we can’t predict when a property will become available.
On average, we let fewer than 100 properties each year, and half of these must go to people on the Birmingham City Council waiting list due to our nominations agreement.
To improve your chances, we recommend registering with both us and Birmingham City Council’s waiting list.
If you’re looking for a property sooner, we do offer market rent properties that might be available right away. These are rented at full market prices and are not part of the discounted social rents or the waiting list. You can submit an enquiry for these properties here.
If you’re already a tenant, you might be able to move sooner through a mutual exchange.
Can you tell me where I am on the waiting list?
We can’t tell you exactly where you are on the waiting list or how long you might have to wait. The order can change, especially if there are emergency situations, like someone needing to move because of a fire or domestic violence.
While we may be able to tell you if you’re in the top quarter of applicants, we don’t give estimates on wait times, as it could lead to disappointment. Remember, it’s important to return your review forms to stay on the list, as failure to do so might result in losing your place.