Information for Landlords

Rent your property through the council

We have a duty to help everyone who approaches us who is homeless or threatened with homelessness.

If you are a landlord or agent with property to rent in Welwyn Hatfield looking for tenants, we would like to work with you.

Benefits of renting your property through the council:

  • guaranteed rent for 12 months (subject to successful application to Landlord Accreditation Scheme)
  • a direct contact to ensure a smooth process in starting the tenancy
  • help to set up a tenancy with a tenant we have recommended
  • assistance provided to tenant to ensure payment arrangements are in place
  • maintaining communication to ensure a quick response should any issues arise
  • fix issues before they become problems
  • direct payment of deposit
  • direct payment of rent in advance for the first month
  • help to pay other reasonable costs
  • arrange ready to rent tenant training for tenants.

We may also be able to take over management of your property.

Contact us at PrivateSectorLiaison@welhat.gov.uk or call us 01707 357 623 to find out more or register your interest.