Assistance in Securing Housing

In Brief

Are you struggling to enter the housing market or to remain in your current home? You can apply to the municipality for advice and assistance.

Description

Some people may face difficulties entering the housing market or maintaining their current home. The municipality is responsible for helping ensure that everyone has a safe and stable place to live. Based on your situation, the municipality can assist with:

• financial advice
• information about different services you may apply for
• assistance in applying for support or loans
• renting a municipal housing unit
• support in the process of buying or renting a home
• help with managing your housing situation

Target Group

Individuals who are unable to secure or maintain permanent housing.

Criteria

To receive this service, you must have legal residence in Norway, and the municipality must assess that you are in a particularly difficult situation in the housing market.

Regulations

Laws

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Practical Information

Guidance - how to obtain or receive the service

When you request assistance, the municipality will assess whether you are in a particularly vulnerable housing situation. The municipality will make an administrative decision either to provide support or to reject the request. If support is granted, the decision will specify what type of assistance you will receive.

Processing Time

The municipality must process the case as soon as possible. If a decision cannot be made within one month, you will receive written notification explaining the delay and an estimated timeframe for when the decision will be made.

Right to Appeal

If you are dissatisfied with the decision or believe the municipality has not followed proper procedures, you can file an appeal. The appeal should be sent to the County Governor in your region. The municipality can assist you with the appeal process.

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