Right to Buy

Information and links about the Right to BuyAcquire Scheme.

What is the Right to Buy/Acquire Scheme?

The Right to Buy (RTB) and Right to Acquire (RTA) schemes give eligible residents the opportunity to buy the home they currently rent, aided by a discount towards the market value.

Who is eligible for the Right to Buy/Acquire Scheme?

In general terms, Saffron Housing Trust residents may be eligible to purchase their property under one of the following schemes:

The Preserved Right to Buy (PRTB): this applies to former secure local authority residents who have changed landlord due to a stock transfer from their local authority to a registered social landlord such as Saffron Housing Trust. These secure tenants become assured tenants with the transfer, but keep their statutory right to buy their home at a discount.

The Right to Acquire scheme: applies to eligible assured tenants who do not have the preserved right to buy.

How can I apply/receive more information about the scheme?

Our Right to Buy/Acquire Information pack is available by clicking on the link below. Alternatively, you can be sent one by phoning 01508 532023

Right to Buy/Acquire Information Pack

The pack explains the procedure for claiming the Right to Buy or Right to Acquire, including who can exercise the Right to Buy/Right to Acquire, exceptions to the scheme and how to apply. The information also highlights the financial implications of owning a home, which you need to consider before deciding to buy.

Further guidance is available from the the Communities and Local Government Department http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/HomeAndCommunity/BuyingAndSellingYourHome/HomeBuyingSchemes/DG_4001398 and the 'Guide to right to acquire'.

Where can I get an application form?

Application forms for both the right to buy and right to acquire are available by contacting 01508 532023 or clicking on the links below:

Right to Buy application form

Right to Acquire application form