6G Raeburn Place, Aberdeen, AB25 1PR

Property Description

Located in the Rosemount area and within walking distance to Aberdeen city centre. Raeburn Place is a main block building on four floors. 

The common room with kitchen are located on the lower ground floor, where tenants meet to socialise.  There is also a laundry with washing machines and tumble dryers on this floor, along with a guest bedroom where tenants’ friends or relatives can stay for a small charge.  The scheme is close to a range of amenities, including the public library and Union Terrace Gardens. Public transport also offers access to the city centre and beyond.

Heating is supplied by a Central gas boiler, there is a heating charge of £45.90 per month included in the service charge. Please note that the heating charge of £45.90 is not covered by Housing Benefit or Universal Credit.  

Important Information: 
Please be aware that the property may be currently occupied, and you should not directly approach anyone who may be living in the property.  You need to make sure that you are tenancy ready and have considered how you will pay your rent (which is payable in advance), your moving costs & how you will furnish and floor any property you are offered.   
Rent is payable from the start of a tenancy and payable in advance e.g. January's rent is due on or before 1st January.  Rent must be paid on the day of signing for the tenancy.  You will then be required to set-up a monthly rent payment, i.e. Direct Debit.  If you are in receipt of Housing Benefit or Universal Credit and cannot pay the full amount straight away, we can consider setting up an arrangement, but this must be discussed in advance.   
Council Tax, gas, electric bills are all the tenant’s responsibility and must be set up immediately with any meter readings provided to the supplier.  If this property includes a heating charge it is not eligible for Housing Benefit/Universal Credit.   
The property is let unfurnished and without flooring. You may be able to apply for advice/assistance with applications to the Scottish Welfare Fund if you do not have access to funds for furniture, floorcoverings, etc. 
The new tenant will be responsible for maintaining any garden and decorating the property throughout.   
 
Permissions:

·       CHA are a pet friendly organisation and do not unreasonably withhold permission to keep pets, in line 
with policy guidance and restrictions. Please find more information at HPS-H-20-Pet-Permission-Policy.pdf

Alterations - Permissions for alterations is required e.g. a shed in garden.  You can request this from us.  

Our Independent Living Schemes in Aberdeenshire, Moray & Aberdeen City offers housing for older people in a safe and secure property with staff onsite to provide housing management services. These schemes promote independence with the capacity to sign post tenants to other services as their needs change to allow them to live independently in the home for as long as possible. 

Properties are self-contained flats or cottages designed to meet the requirements of people over 55 or with a medical or physical disability. 

Our schemes have Community Alarm systems so tenants can call for help in the event of an emergency.  When staff are not at the scheme, Community Alarm provide assistance. 

Properties may feature grab rails, level access showers, lower baths, and high-level electric sockets. All properties are accessible flatted properties are no higher than two floors or have a lift. 

Most schemes have communal facilities, and this can include a communal lounge, laundry facilities, and guest rooms.  Many schemes have an active social element for those who like to be involved.