Clause 6. Eligibility criteria

6

Eligibility criteria

(1)

Unless otherwise stated in this programme, an applicant meets the universal entrance criteria under this programme if-

(a)

the applicant meets the residential criteria in clause 7; and

(b)

the income and cash assets of the applicant and their spouse or partner do not exceed the income and cash asset limits in clauses 8 and 9; and

(c)

MSD is satisfied that the applicant is likely to be able to obtain and retain the accommodation or alternative housing that the grant is provided for, as a result of the grant.

(2)

The criteria in clause 6(1)(b) does not apply to grants under Parts 8 and 9 of this programme (see clauses 33(2) and 37(2)).

(3)

The criteria in clause 6(1)(c) does not apply to grants under Part 9 of this programme (see clause 37(2)).