Compensation and Rehousing Options - Oldham
The leaflets on this page describe the compensation and rehousing options available to people in Oldham whose homes are affected by Housing Market Renewal demolition proposals. These options are available to residents in Derker, Werneth/Freehold and a small number of people in Hathershaw (Neild Street, Port Street, Kent Street) and Fitton Hill (82 - 108 Fir Tree Avenue - even numbers only).
The Home Plus Plan - access up to £35,000 to meet the gap in value of your current home and your new home
Discounted Housing - buy a brand new home at a discounted price
Renting a new home - receive high priority banding
Compensation and disturbance payments
Property Xchange - the Council has bought a number of properties in Oldham that are being offered for sale - at market value -to people affected by demolition proposals
There is a lot of information here, but if you would prefer to speak to someone about your options please make an appointment to see a Community Housing Officer at your neighbourhood office. Home visits and evening appointments are available.
Derker Team, Flint Street, Derker, 0161 652 8873
Werneth/Freehold Team, 80 Tamworth Street, Werneth, 0161 770 4246
New Deal for Communities (Hathershaw & Fitton Hill), Borough Mill,
Neild Street,
Hathershaw, 0161 785 9716
If your business is affected by Housing Market Renewal demolition proposals in Oldham, contact Oldham Council's Property Development and Investment Section on 0161 770 4133/4134/4143.
Similar - but not identical - options are available to Rochdale residents affected by demolition proposals in Wardleworth in East Central Rochdale. For more information telephone 01706 745110.