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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-Person:''' 
#To Get Discretionary Housing Payment of Scotland, the applicant has to approach the Local Council Housing department [https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/info/20016/have_your_say/607/contact_us link]
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer or the applicant has to download the application form from the following [https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/media/2465/Discretionary-Housing-Payment-Application-Form/pdf/DHPApplication_2013_14_revised.pdf?m=635442960513330000 link]
#Before applying, check the applicant have to meet the eligibility criteria set by the applicant's local council.
#The applicant is required to Prepare the required documents to support the applicant's application. These may include proof of identity, proof of income, tenancy agreement or rent statement, and any additional supporting documentation.
#The applicant has to make sure to have these documents ready before proceeding with the application
#The applicant have to Carefully complete the application form, providing accurate and detailed information about the applicant circumstances, housing costs, income, and any other relevant details. Double-check the form to ensure all sections are completed correctly.
#The applicant have to attach the necessary supporting documents to the application form. These documents are essential for verifying the applicant eligibility and supporting the applicant request for additional housing assistance. Make sure to include all the required documents specified by his/her local council.
#The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority’s request.
#Once the applicant has completed the application form and gathered all the supporting documents, submit them to the local council as instructed.
#This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
==Required Documents==
*Completed application form [https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/media/2465/Discretionary-Housing-Payment-Application-Form/pdf/DHPApplication_2013_14_revised.pdf?m=635442960513330000 link]
* Proof of Tenancy
*Proof of income
*Housing Benefit or Universal Credit Award Letter
*Proof of Rent Arrears
*Council Tax Bill
*Proof of Exceptional Circumstances

 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''NATIONAL SOCIAL SECURITY FUND (NSSF) ''' 
City Chambers, 
George Square, 
Glasgow G2 1DU, 
United Kingdom 
Phone: 0300 100 1800 / 0131 608 1111 
Email: customeradvice@scotborders.gov.uk 
Contact [https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/info/20016/have_your_say/607/contact_us link] 
 
==Eligibility==
*The eligibility criteria for DHPs may vary slightly depending on the specific policies and guidelines set by each local authority.

 
==Fees==
*The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority’s request.

 
==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

 
==Documents to Use==
*Application form [https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/media/2465/Discretionary-Housing-Payment-Application-Form/pdf/DHPApplication_2013_14_revised.pdf?m=635442960513330000 link]
 
 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.
 
==Processing Time==
*This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

 
==Instructions==
*Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
*Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

 
==Required Information==
*Legal full name
*Residential address
*Contact information
 
 
==Need for the Document==
*Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs) in Scotland are a form of financial assistance provided by local authorities to individuals or households who are experiencing financial hardship and need extra help with their housing costs.
 
 
==Information which might help==
*For more information [https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/ link]

 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

 
==External Links==
[https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/terms Link] 

 
==Others==
DHPs can be used to address shortfalls in Housing Benefit, which is a government subsidy provided to eligible individuals or households to assist with their rental payments. If the Housing Benefit awarded is insufficient to cover the full rent, a DHP can be used to bridge the gap and ensure the tenant can meet their housing costs. 

 

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