Advice if you might become homeless

If your relationship has broken down, your housing situation can be complicated.

You may still have a legal right to stay in your home, even if you separate from your partner.

Before you leave your home

Do not assume you have to leave your home straight away.

If you have a joint tenancy or own your home with your partner, you may still have the right to live there.

Leaving too early could affect your housing options and the help available to you.

Get advice before making a decision about leaving your home.

If you cannot stay in your home

If you are no longer able to stay where you live, contact us as soon as possible.

We can:

• help you understand your housing rights
• look at whether you can remain in your home
• explain your housing options
• help you find alternative accommodation if needed

Get legal and housing advice

Housing rights in relationship breakdown cases can be complex.

You may need independent advice about:

• tenancy rights
• home ownership
• legal options

You can get help from:

• Shelter
• Citizens Advice Allerdale
• Citizens Advice Carlisle
• Citizens Advice Copeland

If you need to find a new home

If you decide that you need to move, you may need to consider your housing options.

This could include:

• private rented accommodation
• supported housing
• applying for social housing