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Eligibility for Housing

Eligibility for our housing services is determined through the Department of Community, Housing and Digital Economy. This page provides detailed instructions on how to apply for housing and outlines the necessary steps to follow.

Queensland’s Housing Register

Unfortunately, INCH Housing Inc. does not accept housing applications directly. All applications for community or social housing must be submitted through the Department of Community, Housing and Digital Economy, which manages and maintains the Queensland Housing Register. INCH provides housing to individuals and families who are already listed on this register.

To apply for Community and Social Housing, you need to submit your application to the Department of Community, Housing and Digital Economy.

Your application will be assessed based on the following criteria:
  • Housing eligibility criteria
  • Accessibility and sustainability housing needs criteria

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for housing, you must first meet the following criteria:

Australian Citizenship or Residency Status

You must be an Australian citizen or have residency status.

Location

You must be a resident of Queensland.

Property Ownership

You should not own or part-own property or overseas (some exemptions apply).

Liquid Assets

You must meet the liquid assets limits.

Wellbeing Factors

You must be experiencing 3 wellbeing factors.

Household Income

You must meet the household income limits – this is the total income for all people living in the property.
For more detailed information, you can check your eligibility on the Queensland Government’s eligibility page.

Applying for Housing

You can apply for housing by:

Contacting your closest housing service centre

Arrange an interview and obtain information on what to bring. Visit the Queensland Government’s applying for housing page for more details.
Queensland Government

Completing an application form

Fill out the application form and send or lodge it with your closest Housing Service Centre.
Download the form here
Is there a wait list for community housing?
Yes, this is handled through the Queensland Government's Housing Register.
Waiting times can vary based on your personal circumstances, the type of property you need, the number of occupants, and your preferred location.
For more details, please contact your local Housing Centre.
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