Housing advice

Shelter Scotland provides advice, support and legal services.

The council must give you temporary accommodation. You do not have to be living on the streets to get help.

Your landlord must follow a strict legal process to evict you. In some cases, you can stop or delay the eviction.

Check how to apply for social housing, find a private rented home, or buy a home.

If you rent your home, your rights depend on the type of tenancy you have.

You and your landlord have responsibilities around repairs. Check what to do if your landlord will not do repairs.

You could get benefits, grants or debt advice to help you afford housing costs.

Your housing rights are protected by law. If you’re treated unfairly, you can complain or take legal action.

If you're at risk of domestic abuse, leaving home or breaking up, your housing options depend on your occupancy rights.

There’s a strict process your lender must follow before they can repossess your home.

Check your rights when you live with other people or if you have problems in your neighbourhood.

Sample letters to solve problems with housing issues.