Choice-based lettings in Caithness

After the closing date

Once bidding closes:

  • we shortlist all bids
  • the property is offered to the person with the greatest housing need
  • if there is a tie, it goes to the person who applied first

If you want to withdraw a bid, email choicebasedlettings@highland.gov.uk.

If you are successful

You will receive an offer letter with a deadline, usually 2 days.

To accept:

If the property is from a housing association, contact them directly:

If you refuse an offer

If you refuse one reasonable offer, your application will be suspended for 6 months. If you have homeless points, you may lose them.

Only bid on properties you are willing to accept.

Page last modified: 6 August 2025