Supported Housing Advice
One of social landlords' most distinctive and vital contributions to the fabric of society is the provision of supported housing. At Forbes, we have a long and successful track record of assisting clients in managing this rewarding but demanding facet of our registered providers' housing portfolios.
Whether it is giving guidance on policies, providing training to scheme managers, or taking action to prevent harm to other residents, we are with you at every step.
We are vastly experienced in dealing with the wide variety of unusual situations which can crop up in supported housing, including:
Equality Act 2010 and disability discrimination
Article 8 of the Human Rights Act 1998
Mental Health Act 1983 and Mental Capacity Act 2005
Data sharing and GDPR
Safeguarding and ASB
Security of tenure issues including disguised tenancies, excluded licences and challenges to termination procedures
Hostel and temporary homeless accommodation (including "Section 209" tenancies)
Inquests following death and suicide
Advice on management agreements, in conjunction with our Commercial department
Reviewing and re-drafting occupation agreements
We are vastly experienced in dealing with the wide variety of unusual situations which can crop up in supported housing, including:
Equality Act 2010 and disability discrimination
Article 8 of the Human Rights Act 1998
Mental Health Act 1983 and Mental Capacity Act 2005
Data sharing and GDPR
Safeguarding and ASB
Security of tenure issues including disguised tenancies, excluded licences and challenges to termination procedures
Hostel and temporary homeless accommodation (including "Section 209" tenancies)
Inquests following death and suicide
Advice on management agreements, in conjunction with our Commercial department
Reviewing and re-drafting occupation agreements
We find that Forbes have a wealth of experience in all elements of our housing management needs.
Chambers 2024
Not only did Forbes handle complex and sophisticated matters greatly, they also explained these in a way which was understandable and comprehendible.
Chambers 2024
The firm is always very responsive and the service is excellent.
Chambers 2024
Forbes are involved in a number of schemes where we purchase ‘off the shelf’ Section 106 developments, and where the timescales are short between exchanging contracts with the developer and build completion of the first affordable units. Forbes always work to our timescales for the drafting of the Shared Ownership lease and setting up the conveyancing.
Legal 500 2024
Forbes is a well known legal practice within our social housing sector. Having worked with many other legal practices, I view their success is down to their solid team work and communication. Always reasonable and adaptable to our business needs.
Legal 500 2024
Our dedicated Housing & Regeneration team
Partner, Head of Housing and Regeneration (Property), Housing & Regeneration
Catherine Kennedy
Partner & Head of Housing and Regeneration (Litigation), Housing & Regeneration
Siobhan Keown
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0800 689 0831 - Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00
