Mutual Exchange occurs when one tenant swaps
homes with another tenant. It may be a faster way to move than
waiting for a transfer. Only tenants who have a Secure Tenancy
Agreement are allowed to mutually exchange, and both parties will
need written permission from their Landlords to exchange.
You can register on the councils Mutual
Exchange Register when you apply for a transfer to alternative
accommodation by ticking the relevant box on the application.
This will result in your details automatically appearing on the
Mutual Exchange register until such time as you request their
removal or you exchange or transfer properties.
If you find somebody you wish to exchange with
you should complete the application form
for Mutual Exchange and send this in to your local Estate
Manager who will be able to consider your request in accordance
with relevant housing legislation and advise you of the process
which will be followed.
You can search for a Mutual Exchange Partner
in the following ways:
- Homeswapper - a national scheme
with free registration for Council tenants which allows Council and
Housing Association tenants to search for a mutual exchange partner
across the country.
- Checking the Mutual Exchange Register at the
Richmond Community Office.
- Checking the local papers and shop windows
for private adverts.
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