Independent living resident responsibilities

The resident must:

  • pay their rent, service charges, Council Tax and any other utility bills
  • report repairs or maintenance needs directly to housing services
  • tell their scheme support officer if they want to keep any pets
  • not smoke and make sure guests do not smoke in communal areas
  • not fit any extra door locks or chains to the front door
  • tell the scheme support officer if they’re away overnight or for a length of time
  • tell the scheme support officer if their next of kin is away for a length of time and if they have any new or alternative contact details
  • follow health and safety regulations.