Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP)

Apply for Discretionary Housing Payments, giving you extra financial help with your rent, housing costs or Council Tax.

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If you disagree with a Discretionary Housing Payments decision

Requests asking us to reconsider our decision must be made in writing within one month of the date on the decision letter.

You can disagree with:

  • our decision not to give payment
  • the amount decided
  • the length of time the payment will be given

There is no right to appeal to an independent tribunal.

If you have any questions about Discretionary Payments, use our online form to contact the Benefits team.