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| Housing Solidarity Fund (FSL) | Assistance intended for households in difficulty accessing or remaining in a decent accommodation, whether private or public, furnished or not. |
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| Preparation of FSL file |
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Discovering the resources available to facilitate access to or maintenance of decent housing is essential for many households. THE Housing Solidarity Fund (FSL) offers valuable assistance to people in difficulty, whether tenants, owners or individuals accommodated free of charge. Each department sets its own award criteria, however, general conditions such as being of legal age, having a lease in your name, and having a family quotient below a certain threshold are often required. To obtain this assistance, it is crucial to prepare a solid file, including up-to-date information on the household’s resources. FSL can cover various late payments, up to €300 for rent or €500 for energy bills, as well as help in emergency situations.
THE Housing Solidarity Fund (FSL) is essential help for many people in difficulty, wishing to access decent housing or maintain their home. This comprehensive guide explains the eligibility criteria to benefit from this assistance, the steps to follow to prepare and submit your application, as well as the amounts to which you could be eligible. Whether you are a tenant, owner or free accommodation, discover all the steps to maximize your chances of receiving support from the FSL.
What is the Housing Solidarity Fund (FSL)?
THE FSL is a system designed to help households in financial difficulty to access housing or to stay there when they encounter problems paying their rent or their charges (electricity, gas, water). It can be granted for both private and public accommodation, whether furnished or not. Its objective is to provide a stable and decent environment to those who are experiencing difficulties, allowing them to rebuild themselves on solid foundations.
Eligibility Criteria for FSL
General conditions
The criteria for benefiting from this assistance vary depending on the department. However, some are common to everyone:
- Be of legal age or emancipated.
- Be legally resident in France.
- Have a family quotient often less than or equal to €800.
- Be a tenant, sub-tenant, owner or hosted for free.
Each department may set additional conditions, in particular concerning the resources of all members of the household. For details specific to your department, you can consult the website of the Department of Manche.
Housing situation
To be eligible, you must generally be the holder of a current lease for adapted accommodation. The FSL can also be requested to settle late payment of rent or energy bills up to €300 or even €500 depending on the case.
Preparation of the FSL file
Creation of the file
The FSL application requires a complete file to be submitted to your Municipal Social Action Center (CCAS) or directly online. You can download the FSL file in PDF format and other required forms via the following resources: FSL request Or FSL CIF forms.
Supporting documents
To prepare your file, you will need to include certain supporting documents such as a copy of your lease, proof of income, and statements of rent or unpaid charges. Make sure all your documents are up to date and complete to avoid any delays.
Amounts and procedures
FSL aid amounts may vary. For example, FSL can cover up to €500 for unpaid electricity, gas or water bills. In case of emergency, some requests can be processed online, which simplifies and speeds up the process, as indicated on the website. northern services.
For more information on the specific criteria or to download the necessary forms, visit CAF – Housing solidarity fund.
Complete Guide to the Housing Solidarity Fund
| Element | Detail |
| Type of accommodation | Private or public, furnished or not |
| Potential beneficiaries | Tenants, sub-tenants, owners, people accommodated free of charge |
| Age criterion | Being an adult or emancipated |
| Conditions of stay | Regular situation in France |
| Family Quotient | Less than or equal to €800 |
| Payment assistance | Up to €300 for rent, €500 for bills |
| Lease term | Minimum one year contract |
| Means requirements | Varies depending on the department |
| Maximum amount of assistance | Defined by each department |
| Where to find the file | Available online in PDF format |
- Eligibility Criteria
- Be tenant, subtenant Or owner residing in one’s own home
- Be hosted for free
- Own a current lease at least 1 year in his name
- Have a family quotient ≤ €800
- Be major or emancipated in a legal situation in France
- Each department has its own award criteria
- Be tenant, subtenant Or owner residing in one’s own home
- Be hosted for free
- Own a current lease at least 1 year in his name
- Have a family quotient ≤ €800
- Be major or emancipated in a legal situation in France
- Each department has its own award criteria
- Preparation of the FSL File
- Check the resource conditions of your home
- Download the online form (PDF FSL 2023 or 2024)
- Include all necessary documents for your request
- Remember to fill out the form to FSL energy if necessary
- Create a complete file for late payments (rent, electricity, gas, water)
- Submit your FSL request online in case of emergency
- Check the resource conditions of your home
- Download the online form (PDF FSL 2023 or 2024)
- Include all necessary documents for your request
- Remember to fill out the form to FSL energy if necessary
- Create a complete file for late payments (rent, electricity, gas, water)
- Submit your FSL request online in case of emergency
- Be tenant, subtenant Or owner residing in one’s own home
- Be hosted for free
- Own a current lease at least 1 year in his name
- Have a family quotient ≤ €800
- Be major or emancipated in a legal situation in France
- Each department has its own award criteria
- Check the resource conditions of your home
- Download the online form (PDF FSL 2023 or 2024)
- Include all necessary documents for your request
- Remember to fill out the form to FSL energy if necessary
- Create a complete file for late payments (rent, electricity, gas, water)
- Submit your FSL request online in case of emergency