Complete the (BELOW) Application for Tenancy form and submit it to Nelson CARES using the fax number or email address on the application form, or drop off at 521 Vernon Street. Applications are reviewed for eligibility and scored according to BC Housing guidelines. To keep your application active, call in to the Affordable Housing office at 352-1608 [...]
When a unit becomes available for rent, current applications are reviewed for suitability. Applicants are contacted based on priority of their housing need point score. Applicants who are short listed are contacted for an interview and their references are checked. An applicant under consideration is invited to view the available unit. A final decision is [...]
All non-program housing units are governed by the Residential Tenancy Act (RTA). Occupancy can begin as soon as the unit is available – rent is prorated. Damage deposit must be paid prior to the start of tenancy. In some suites the tenant is responsible for utilities – in these cases proof of Nelson Hydro and Fortis [...]