How to apply

We are now accepting new applications for our Waiting List.

This means that successful applicants may have a short wait before being allocated a Latch support worker and property.

Before applying please read the information here about our requirements and the supported housing service.

Our online application form is only available when we are open for applications.

Outside of this time, we recommend signing up to our email list here. We will send you an email when we are open for applications.

What happens when I apply?

• We assess your application to check you meet our criteria for housing.
• If you meet our initial criteria, we will contact you by phone to discuss your support needs.
• If appropriate, we may then offer you an in-person assessment of your support needs.
• Following the assessment, if we are able to offer you support and housing we will let you know within a week.
• We will then apply for the for two references we normally require.
• We will then offer you any suitable property available or place you on our waiting list.
• If placed on our waiting list we will offer you the next suitable property that becomes available.

If you would like to know how we use the information you provide on your application form, please read our Latch Privacy Notice.

Housing Advice

We’re sorry but Latch cannot provide emergency accommodation.

If you are looking for housing and we can’t currently help, we encourage you to do the following:

• Contact Housing Options on 0113 2224412 if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness, in need of emergency accommodation or to get advice.
• Register with Leeds Homes for social housing.
• Contact Housing Associations and private landlords.
• If you’re aged 16-24 you can contact Our Way Leeds for housing and advice.
• If you’re at risk of becoming homeless or need help with your tenancy you can contact Engage Leeds, a city-wide visiting housing support service.