United Kingdom – October 24, 2026 -- Renters, homeowners and landlords can find help with everything from share codes to council tax appeals under 13 housing and local-service topics in one government guide.
Renting covers share codes, tenancy agreements and deposits
The renting section explains how to prove your right to rent with a share code or documents. It also covers tenancy agreements and deposits. Landlords get their own section, which includes right to rent checks, evicting tenants and deposit protection schemes. It also covers renting out a room.
Buying and council housing each get a dedicated section
The buying and owning section covers selling your home, home ownership schemes, mortgages and compensation. The council housing section lists Right to Buy, shared ownership, getting repairs and housing benefit.
Energy, Council Tax and planning rules have their own pages
Council Tax guidance covers appeals, bands, discounts and reductions. The household energy section includes energy support, grants, EPCs and renewable energy for your home. Planning permission and building regulations cover finding land and property information.
Everyday neighbourhood problems are covered too
Other topics include recycling and rubbish, such as collecting large waste items and garden waste. Noise, neighbours, pets and pests covers neighbour disputes and pest control. Streets and roads covers street cleaning and traffic lights. A separate section covers help with homelessness, evictions and squatting.