Rent Arrears Policy - Section 5
5. Tenants' Responsibilities
5.1 The term 'tenant' includes sole and any joint tenants.
5.2 If two or more people have signed the Tenancy Agreement, they are jointly and severally liable for the payment of rent. This means that each person is fully responsible for the payment of rent and any arrears of rent.
5.3 Tenants have an obligation under the Terms and Conditions of their Tenancy Agreement to pay rent due every week, in advance on or before the first day of each rental period.
5.4 Tenants have a responsibility to notify the Council of any change that may affect their ability to pay their rent.
5.5 Tenants can choose to pay their rent from one of the following methods: -
Cheque
Paypoint Outlet using a “Council House Rent” barcoded payment card
Standing Order
Direct Debit
Credit or Debit Card via the Council’s Customer Contact Centre or
24hr automated payment line
Online