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Local authorities may make a repayment arrangement with mortgage holders in arrears.

Local authorities, together with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, run themed events during National Fire Safety Week. The events aim to raise awareness about fire safety and prevention in the home and community.

Local authorities may buy new houses from property developers for social and affordable housing under Part V of the planning laws.

Local authorities may support someone to move in with an existing tenant in a local authority property.

Local authorities charge rent based on the income of a tenant. The rent amount may be reviewed during tenancy.

Local authority tenants must pay weekly rent to the local authority for their property.

Local authorities may provide financial support to property owners to repair vacant properties. The property is repaired and leased to the local authority at a reduced cost.

You must apply to the local authority for a Revised Fire Safety Certificate if you are changing the design or works which may alter your original Fire Safety Certificate.

Local authorities may provide social housing to you if you qualify and cannot afford to rent or buy your own home.

Local authorities may sell a social house to the tenant living in the house.