LHA rate for shared housing, under 35 on PIP

sky982
sky982 Online Community Member Posts: 29 Connected
in Benefits and income
Hello,

I just wanted to double check, I am looking to rent a room and am I right in thinking that as I'm on PIP I can get the one bedroom rate instead of the shared rate, even though I'm under 35 and will be house sharing?

Thanks :)

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    Your PIP needs to include the daily living part and then you'll be entitled to the 1 bedroom rate.
  • sky982
    sky982 Online Community Member Posts: 29 Connected
    Thank you :)
  • Anthi_42
    Anthi_42 Online Community Member Posts: 3 Connected

    Hi, does anyone know if I can One Bedroom Rate Local Housing Allowance, for a shared accommodation, if I am over 35 and on severe disability allowance? Can you see it documented anywhere on Council and DWP websites? I only see it on Shelter.

  • Charlie_Scope
    Charlie_Scope Posts: 159 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    As long as the one bedroom rate isn't higher than your actual rent, yes you can @Anthi_42.

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