DSU Accommodation Office
The DSU Accommodation Office can be found on Level A of the Students’ Union and is open throughout the year. Office opening hours are:
Monday – Thursday 10am – 4pm
Friday 10.30am – 3.30pm
The Accommodation Office can provide advice on a range of house hunting issues and also advertises properties in Durham. The Accommodation Office can also help to resolve any problems with landlords or housemates, as well as check contracts and tenancy agreements before you sign them.
Looking for a House or Housemate?
If you’re looking for a house or housemate, the http://www.durhamstudentpad.co.uk/ website is accredited by the DSU Accommodation Office. It offers facilities to search for properties and a message board if you’re looking for or wanting to advertise for housemates.
Things to consider if you have a property in Durham:
Rubbish Collection
The website below provides information regarding the collection of rubbish, as well as recycling collection and the disposal of other items, such as electricals.
http://www.durham.gov.uk/Pages/Service.aspx?ServiceId=524
Car Parking
You may have a house within the Durham City Controlled Parking Zone, in which case you’ll need to apply for a Residents Permit. These are normally limited to one per household. The link below gives information on the types of permits available and provides maps of the areas in which parking permits are required:
http://www.durham.gov.uk/Pages/Service.aspx?ServiceId=474
You can apply for a parking permit from the Parking Shop, which can be contacted at: 56 North Road, Durham City, Durham, DH1 4SF; Tel: 0191 384 6633; Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 8am – 6pm (excluding Bank Holidays).
Council Tax
If you are a full time student at the University, you are entitled to exemption from paying Council Tax. For further information and to request a council tax exemption form, see the Durham Planning and Assessment Website:
http://www.dur.ac.uk/spa/student/counciltax/
Noise
Please keep excessive noise to a minimum and consider your neighbours when watching TV or playing music. If you are having house parties, remember to be polite and inform your neighbours. This will help to maintain good relationships with your neighbours and also be a positive reflection on the University and students in Durham.
Have a question about living out?
Contact Emma, MCR Livers Out Representative, at: e.l.christie@durham.ac.uk
