Applications Questions

Where do I apply? Application forms are available online or from the Housing Department, Laois County Council, James Fintan Lalor Avenue, Portlaoise, Co. Laois. 

What happens when I apply?  When applications are received all applications are processed to ensure that all relevant information is correct.   Once a valid application is submitted, an assessment is carried out by the Social Workers in Laois County Council.

Do I qualify for housing ? If you are in need of housing and are unable to provide it from your own resources you may apply for local authority housing. In assessing your application the local authority take into account factors such as household size, household income, present accommodation (if any), the condition of that accommodation and any special circumstances including age, disability, medical circumstances, etc 

What happens if I qualify? You are placed on the Council’s waiting list and, and you will be housed in accordance with the Scheme of Letting Priorites.

 What if I don't qualify ? The Council will inform you and explain the reasons for their decision. They can provide information and offer advice on other housing options available e.g. Shared Ownership, Affordable Housing etc  

What happens if I am Homeless? If you are homeless you present to Council Hall and your application will be processed

 How long will it take before I get offered a house? Unfortunately this cannot be determined. This depends on the areas the applicant has opted for and the availability of dwellings in that area  

What happens if Laois County Council offer me a dwelling I don't want ? In accordance with the Scheme of Letting Prioritres, you are entitled to refuse two reasonable offers of accommodation.  If you refuse another offer, your application will be deleted from the system