Discretionary Housing Payments are awarded at our discretion and money available for this is limited. This means that awards are usually only made for short periods and are only given in cases of extreme financial hardship.
Awards will usually only be made if there is evidence to show that you are suffering severe financial hardship and finding it difficult to meet your essential living expenses such as rent, council tax, food and utility bills.
You cannot get a DHP if your rent shortfall is due to a benefit overpayment or suspension.
Please read our Discretionary Housing Payments policy
Apply for Discretionary Housing Payment online
Alternatively, you can apply using this form (pdf / 226 KB).
Discretionary Housing Payment towards moving costs
You can use this form (pdf / 136 KB) to apply for a Discretionary Housing Payment to help towards moving costs.