Hi, my name is fusilier! Can I get housing costs because I'm living in my parents house?

fusilier

I have recently moved back with my elderly parents, both are pensioners. I get universal credit and lower pip.Can I get housing costs because I'm living in my parents house?

poppy123456

Unfortunately, you will not be able to claim for help with the rent while living with your parents. https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/benefits/claiming_benefits_if_you_rent_from_family

Renting from a close relative who you live with

If you live in the same home, you cannot get housing related benefits to pay rent to your partner or any of the following close family members:

• parents - including step parents

• children - including stepchildren

• brothers and sisters - including half siblings but not step siblings

• partners of any of these close relatives

Alex_Alumni

Hello @fusilier and welcome, thanks for your query  

I can see poppy has replied, I know it might not be the answer you're looking for but has it straightened things out? 

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