Right to acquire

The Right to Acquire scheme gives some housing association tenants the legal right to buy the home they currently rent, provided they meet the eligibility criteria set by the government.

Habinteg supports the Right to Acquire scheme and will continue to process eligible applications, except where specific legal exemptions apply.

The scheme is governed by legislation. These laws set out who can apply, which homes qualify, and the process that landlords and tenants must follow.

Our Right to Acquire Policy explains who may be eligible, how to apply, the circumstances in which a property may be exempt, and the steps involved in purchasing your home.

We will provide tenants with clear information about the process and the implications of buying their home. We recommend that anyone considering this option seeks independent legal and financial advice before making a decision.

Right to Acquire Policy.pdf [81KB]