The Good Tenants Scheme is a free referencing service for landlords and residents of South Tyneside. It is based upon a successful scheme in Burnley, Lancashire that has been operational since 2005.
The scheme has been launched in response to requests for a 'good tenants' register for private rented sector landlords and agents. We aim to promote the scheme as a recognised general standard for referencing.
Reference checks are taken from Northumbria Police and South Tyneside Councils Anti-social Behaviour Unit, as well as previous landlords. The applicant receives a membership 'passport' if accreditation is awarded.
The scheme also works with local people to help build and sustain new and existing communities affected by clearance and decline and suffering from increased levels of crime and anti social behaviour.
Ultimately we aim to promote the tenants' responsibilities, towards both landlords and the community as a whole.
In this section
Benefits
Reasons for joining the scheme.
Good Tenants Scheme FAQs
A collection of the most frequently asked questions about the scheme.
Join the scheme
Download the application form.