Reporting changes to your household to Homes NSW
If there are changes to your household, including number of people living in your home, you must let Homes NSW know.
You must inform us of any changes to your household within 28 days. This will help us provide you with the right support.
Changes to report
You need to let us know if:
- the number of people living in your home, for example, the birth of a child or someone moving in or out of your home
- anyone staying consistently and regularly in your home
- your household income, for example, someone starting work, a change in Centrelink benefit, someone stopping work
- anyone in your household who is self employed or running their own business
- any assets, such as savings, shares, dividends that you or a member of household have
- any property ownership or inheritance that you or a member of your household have.
- any lump sum payment received by you or a member of your household, such as a workers compensation or insurance payment.
Reporting changes
You must report any changes in writing. You can do this by completing the following:
- Tenancy online form or
- Application for an additional occupant form (Part A and Part B)
- Rent subsidy application
These forms are available online or at your local Homes NSW office. You can also request a form from your client service officer.
What happens if I don’t report changes?
If you don’t tell us about any household changes, you will be in breach of your tenancy agreement. This can have a serious effect on your tenancy, including:
- terminating your tenancy
- repayment of rental subsidies or Private Rent Subsidy benefits you weren't entitled to
- criminal prosecution, which could result in fines or imprisonment
Reviewing the decision
If you disagree with the decision we’ve made, talk to your client service officer. If you’re still not satisfied, you can ask to have the decision reviewed. For more information visit appeals and reviewing decisions.