Pensioner Housing

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We maintain 16 one to two bedroom pensioner flats in Torquay Street. This page has information about how to apply and criteria for Pensioner Housing in Kaikōura.

Criteria

We prioritize allocation of this housing based on the needs of our residents, medical and personal circumstances are taken into account. A summary of criteria is below, full criteria are in our Eligibility Policy for Housing for the Elderly, listed on pages 5 and 6 of the application form below. 

First priority for people who:

  • Are 65 years of age or over
  • Do not have personal assets that exceed $30,000 for a single person or $40,000 for a married couple
  • Do not have interests in or own property.

Second priority for people who:

  • Are 60 years of age or over
  • Have personal assets of up to $90,000
  • Do not have interests in or own property.

Third priority for people who:

  • Invalid beneficiaries 55 years of age or over
  • Have personal assets of up to $90,000
  • Do not have interests in or own property.

How to apply

To find out more or talk to someone about being considered for a flat you can call Council on 03 319 5026. 

To apply, complete an application form, and return to Council either in person, in the post or via email to kim.whitwell@kaikoura.govt.nz

  • Pensioner Flats application form.
  • All applications and related information are confidential.
  • Council flats have a no smoking policy. 
  • Dogs are not permitted, other pets are by prior arrangement only.

10 May 2019