Mutual Exchange

The Association is committed to enabling tenants to exchange houses, wherever possible, in order to satisfy their housing need, to promote mobility and to make the best use of its housing stock.

This aim is in accordance with the Housing (Scotland) Act 2001 which governs mutual exchanges and states that a landlord must not unreasonably refuse permission for the mutual exchange of a property.

What is a Mutual Exchange?

A mutual exchange does not need to be with another of Elderpark Housing Association’s tenants, but must be with another house where the tenant holds a Scottish Secure Tenancy Agreement or a Short Scottish Secure tenancy Agreement.

This may be with another housing association or local authority. Mutual exchange is a useful tool to ensuring the housing stock is used efficiently.

Finding an Exchange

A website which assists tenants to find a swap across the country is called Home Swappers  Please note there is a charge for this service for existing Elderpark tenants.

The Application Process

If you have found someone you wish to swap with complete the application attached.

For more information contact us on 0141 440 2244 or email housing@elderpark.org