If your Falkirk Council home is now too big for your needs, you may be able to receive a grant of £2,000 or more plus practical help to move to a smaller property. This page explains who can apply, how the scheme works, and what to do next.

You may qualify if you:

• are a Scottish Secure Tenant with Falkirk Council
• currently live in a 3‑bedroom property or larger
• have 2 or more bedrooms you no longer need
• want to move to a smaller Falkirk Council property

If you're unsure whether you qualify, contact us and we’ll advise you.

If you qualify, we will provide:

• a grant payment based on how many bedrooms you give up
• advice and practical support to help you move

The grant is higher when you move from a much larger home to a much smaller one.

If you accept an offer of a smaller property, we will:

• help you complete any forms
• help you sign your new tenancy agreement
• refer you for additional support if you need help moving

When you accept your new home, you must:

• confirm you are giving up your current tenancy
• return your keys to the local office
• ensure all household members, relatives, lodgers and friends also move out (they cannot take over your tenancy)

We will explain all steps clearly before you sign for your new home.

This scheme is completely voluntary. You do not need to move unless you want to.

If you change your mind at any stage, please contact us. It's also important to tell us if your circumstances change.

We may refuse your request if:

• the move would leave your household overcrowded,
• or your request does not meet the Housing Allocations Policy

Funding is limited, and places are allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

If you owe money for:

• rent
• Council Tax
• rechargeable repairs

…your grant will be used to reduce or clear what you owe. Any remaining balance will be paid to you. We will also complete an inspection of your current home before you move.