Applying
Eligibility
To be eligible for public housing and community housing in a Remote and discrete Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community, you must:
- be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or have permission from the Council or Trustee to live on the community
- meet the eligibility criteria for public and community housing.
Applying for housing
To apply, fill out an Application for social housing form (PDF, 712KB). Once you have completed the form, send it to your nearest Housing Service Centre, local Housing office/hub or Council office. You can also visit your local office in person.
Conversation
We will talk to you about your eligibility and needs. Housing staff will ask questions to check:
- if you are eligible for housing
- what area you want to live in
- how many bedrooms you need
- if you have permission to live on the community
- any specific housing needs you or your household have such as ground floor or disability modifications.