Step by Step guide to rent your new home on the Cost Rental Scheme.

1. Step 01

   Approved Housing Bodies, The Land Development Agency and local authorities will advertise available Cost Rental homes on their websites and on property websites.

2. Step 02

   You will apply to the Cost Rental provider when the application portal is open.

3. Step 03

   You will declare if you meet the eligibility criteria and you will be asked to provide proof of household income.

4. Step 04

   You will be asked to submit documentation to evidence your eligibility.

5. Step 05

   A lottery is held - witnessed by an independent party.

6. Step 06

   Cost Rental providers will assess the validity and eligibility of your application.

7. Step 07

   Properties will be offered in order of date and time of your application and suitability of your household to the property type.

8. Step 08

   You will pay a deposit equal to one month's rent less €50.

9. Step 09

   You will sign a tenancy agreement with the Cost Rental provider of the home.

10. Step 10

    Your Cost Rental provider will give you a date that you can move into your new home.

11. Congratulations on your new home!