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Housing Assistance in East Lothian

East Lothian Council takes a leading role in providing and planning for housing in this area. If you are looking for somewhere to live, we advise on renting private or housing association houses, or buying a private house, as well getting a council house. If you have a home, we offer advice about benefits, disability adaptations, antisocial behaviour, tenant participation and more.

To get in touch, follow this link to our contacts page. News about housing events and consultations can be found on this linked page

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Affordable Housing

The Council has produced a strategy to support new housing development and increase the supply of affordable housing locally.

Repairs and Maintenance

Help towards keeping houses in good shape, whether privately or publicly owned, is offered in the Repairs, Maintenance and Improvements section.

Homelessness

Homelessness remains a significant problem and the Council can advise you how to avoid it - and deal with it, should it happen.

Housing Options

If you're looking for somewhere to live in East Lothian whether as a council or a private tenant or you're seeking somewhere to buy our Housing Options page can help.

Housing News

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Progress to homelessness 2012 target

Council Housing

Information about council housing including how to apply for a house and how to manage your tenancy can be found here.

Emergency Numbers

  • Homeless Hotline
    0800 169 1611
  • Repairs - Contact Centre
    01875 824311
  • Antisocial Behaviour Hotline
    0845 601 8518
  • Environmental Health
    01875 612818
  • Scottish Domestic Abuse Helpline
    0800 027 1234