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I qualify for Disability Allowance, do I automatically qualify for Rent Allowance?

Carpe Diem Dublin · 2010-10-28 14:44:13

Hi all, long time lurker first time poster. I was wondering if there's an easy way of getting over the minefield of rent allowance. I already qualify for Disability Allowance and a friend mentioned to me I automatically qualify for Rent Allowance. How does this work? If I like an apartment I see for €800 a month do I get…

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28-10-2010 3:44pm

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Carpe Diem Dublin

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Hi all, long time lurker first time poster. I was wondering if there's an easy way of getting over the minefield of rent allowance. I already qualify for Disability Allowance and a friend mentioned to me I automatically qualify for Rent Allowance.

How does this work? If I like an apartment I see for €800 a month do I get the full amount? Is it means tested?

Anyone who has been in a similar situation and could help Id be most grateful. Thanks

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#2 28-10-2010 3:53pm
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As you are a singleton, you will get maybe 529 a month to obtain a place assuming you are in Dublin. And yes its means tested.

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