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The Right to Buy is a Government run scheme that allows some tenants to purchase the property that they rent from the Council.  For eligible tenants the price of the property will be offered at a price lower than the full market value.

Who is eligible?

If you are a secure tenant and have held a public sector tenancy for 2 years you may be able to purchase the property that you live in through the Right to Buy.

Who cannot buy?

• Any tenant who has a service tenancy in connection with their job.
• Any sheltered housing tenant
• Any tenant whose home has been adapted or is particularly suitable for use by the disabled or elderly.

What discount will I receive?

You could receive up to a maximum discount of £30,000 depending on the amount of time that you have been a tenant. 

A free guide to Your Right to Buy Your Home is available on the Department for Communities & Local Government website.

If you would like an online application form for the Right to Buy your Council property please click the link, or just contact us.  If using the on-line application form please complete it, print it out, sign it and post it to the address below.  We must insist that it is signed as it is a legal document.

We hope this information has been useful.  If you require it in another language or format such as audio or large print, please contact us as follows:

 Housing Landlord Services

Bournemouth Borough Council

Unit 4 

Dalling Road

Poole

BH12 1DJ

Tel 01202-458331

Minicom: 01202 454728

General Comments/Enquiries: housinglandlord@bournemouth.gov.uk