Housing Department

Richmondshire District Council - Housing Unit

Services offered

Assessment of priority need under the Housing Act. Can provide temporary accommodation for those assessed as in priority need - those with children or pregnant, vulnerable because of age (60+), disability or at risk from violence. Also offers general housing advice and information to private and council tenants, and homeless people. Out of hours emergencies phone 01653 690738.

Area served

Richmondshire District Council area - Richmond, Leyburn, Hawes and surrounding areas.

Who is the project for?

Who do we help?

People who are or may be priority homeless, and the general public.

Best way to get in touch

How to contact

01748 829100 / 01748 901150 ( Housing duty line) Phone, call in or contact for an appointment. 24 Hour emergency out of hours service call 01653 697737

How to contact - Opening times

Monday: 8.45am - 5.15pm
Tuesday: 8.45am - 5.15pm
Wednesday: 8.45am - 5.15pm
Thursday: 8.45am - 5.15pm
Friday: 8.45am - 4.45pm