Housing Benefit

Housing Benefit is a means-tested benefit administered by the Council on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions  (external link) It provides help for low-income tenants to meet their rental liability. The rules regarding the administration of Housing Benefit are held in regulations set by Parliament.

Chester City Council is required to administer Housing Benefit in strict accordance with the legislation and has very little discretion when dealing with a tenant's claim.

Further information is available in our Housing Benefits FAQ

Should you need further information about anything on this page please contact us at:

Benefits Section
Customer Services
Chester City Council
The Forum
Chester
CH1 2HS
Telephone: 01244 402236
Email: benefits@chester.gov.uk.