How is the Local Housing Allowance rate used to work out Housing Benefit?
Your Housing Benefit will be based on the LHA rate that applies to you. Your income, any savings you have and any non dependants living with you will still affect how much Housing Benefit we will pay you. Your LHA rate is really the starting point for working out your Housing Benefit. If your LHA rate is less than the rent you have to pay, your Housing Benefit will be based on your LHA rate. If your LHA rate is more than the rent you have to pay, you will be able to keep the difference up to a maximum of £15 a week.
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