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The document is a claim form for Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) provided by the North Norfolk District Council. It outlines the eligibility criteria for individuals receiving Housing Benefit who face rent shortfalls, detailing the application process and necessary information required. The DHP serves as temporary financial assistance to help cover rent costs and is not intended for long-term support. The document also explains what expenses are ineligible for DHP, how decisions are made regarding awards, and includes sections for personal details, income, expenditure, and consent for third-party communication.

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Begin by entering your personal details in Part 1, including your name, address, and contact information. Ensure accuracy as this will help expedite your claim.
In Part 2, provide information about your living situation. Specify the type of building you reside in and list all residents. This section is crucial for assessing your housing needs.
Proceed to Part 3 to indicate the amount of financial assistance you believe you need and for how long. Be realistic and clear about your circumstances.
In Parts 4 through 7, detail all sources of income and expenditures. Transparency is key; include every income source as none are ignored for DHP purposes.
Complete Part 8 with any additional information that may support your claim. Use a separate sheet if necessary.
Finally, review the declaration in Part 10 carefully before signing and dating it to confirm that all provided information is accurate.

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Who is the head of the North Norfolk District Council?

At North Norfolk District Councils Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 21 May, Cllr Victoria Holliday stepped down as Chairman of the Council. Cllr Peter Fisher was appointed as the new Chairman for the 2025/26 year.

Is DHP the same as Housing Benefit?

Discretionary housing payments (DHP) and discretionary council tax discounts (DCTD) are not payments of housing benefit, council tax reduction or universal credit. DHPs are separate payments made at the councils discretion in cases where it considers that extra help with housing costs are needed.

What is the difference between DHP and Housing Benefit?

The Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) scheme is designed to provide additional financial support towards housing costs. A DHP can only be considered if the claimant is in receipt of either Housing Benefit (HB) or Universal Credit (UC) with the Housing Element included for support with a rental liability.

How much can you get with a DHP?

There is no limit to how much DHP you could receive, but we cannot pay more than your full eligible rent or Council Tax charge.

Whats the most Housing Benefit will pay?

Maximum LHA rates payable The maximum housing benefit that you can receive cannot be more than the rent that you pay or the LHA evaluation, whichever is the lowest. The LHA rates for the area that you live in are published on the VOA website.

How do I apply for DHP Wirral?

How can I apply? The Discretionary Housing Payment application form is available from our website. You will need to put as much information as you have to support your application, and give all the reasons why you need extra help to pay your rent and why you cannot manage.

What services does North Norfolk Council offer?

Top Tasks. Planning services and building control. Benefits. Environment Emergencies. Council tax. Bins. Business trade. Housing.

Is DSS the same as Housing Benefit?

The acronym DSS is outdated now, as the Department of Social Security is now known as the Department of Work and Pensions. DSS and housing benefits mean basically the same thing money paid out to people by the government to assist with their living costs.

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