Depending on the questions you answer you may need to provide:
- Proof of child benefit for any children under 16 who are moving with you
- Two forms of ID if you are not a Wigan council tenant; One form needs to be photo ID and one form of ID needs to show current address, e.g. utility bill, bank letter, birth certificate, driving license, passport etc
- Proof of pregnancy and the date the baby is due (please notify us when the baby has been born by providing a copy of the birth certificate)
- Evidence to confirm that you are eligible for council housing if you are not a British citizen. We may ask you to complete a right to rent check
- Proof of a local connection if you live outside of the Wigan Borough or have lived in the Borough for less that 5 years
- An estate agents valuation and details of any outstanding mortgage if your equity is below £65,000 or details of the equity you received if the property has been sold or repossessed
- Evidence of Compulsory Purchase Order or proof that the property is going to be demolished
- Evidence from Environmental Services confirming that it is not reasonable for you to continue to live in the property long term
- Evidence to show that you have been accepted to adopt a child or as a foster carer or supported lodgings host
- Evidence of care arrangements if you require an additional bedroom for the carer, e.g. a letter from Social Services, copy of Carers Allowance details etc
- Proof of service for applicants who are Armed Forces veterans, Reservists and bereaved spouses or Civil Partners
- Proof of discharge from HM Armed forces accommodation
- Evidence to show that you have been in continuous employment for 12 months or more.