Councils & housing teams
Accommodation sourcing and placement coordination for local authority housing, homelessness and temporary accommodation teams.
Emergency & Temporary Accommodation in Preston
Preston & Lancashire · Professional referrals
Emergency & temporary accommodation in Preston
The Landlord Hub works with local property partners to help councils, housing teams and social care organisations arrange short-term and longer-term accommodation across Preston and Lancashire.
From the first enquiry to the end of the stay, we coordinate availability, property compliance checks, bookings and ongoing property issues through one point of contact.
Placements are subject to current availability, property suitability and agreed terms.
✓ Existing property partners✓ Preston-focused coverage✓ Short & longer stays✓ Ongoing coordination
Who we work with
Accommodation enquiries for housing and care professionals
We welcome enquiries from organisations seeking accommodation for the people and households they support.
Social care teams
Property options assessed against the accommodation requirements shared by social workers and professional referral teams.
Care & support organisations
Accommodation coordination for organisations arranging a place to stay, with care and specialist support agreed separately.
Flexible arrangements
Emergency housing and longer-term accommodation
Tell us when accommodation is needed, how long the stay may last and the requirements that matter. We check options with our property partners before confirming a placement.
Urgent accommodation
For time-sensitive enquiries, call us to discuss the required move-in date and current options. We will check availability and explain the next steps.
Short-term stays
Temporary accommodation while an organisation arranges the next stage. Dates, costs and the arrangements for the stay are agreed before booking.
Longer-term placements
Discuss extended stays and longer-term accommodation needs. Duration, terms and any future extension remain subject to agreement and availability.
Property checks
Compliance and suitability considered before placement
We coordinate relevant property compliance checks and documentation with our partners before confirming accommodation. Checks are considered against the property, its intended use and the proposed placement.
We also discuss practical requirements with the referring organisation, including household size, location, access and any accessibility needs.
Explore our property compliance services →What we review with partners
- Relevant electrical, gas safety and energy performance documentation, where applicable.
- Property condition and relevant fire safety, occupancy and licensing requirements.
- Accommodation details, access arrangements and the requirements supplied by your team.
- Any outstanding issues that need resolving before a placement can be confirmed.
How it works
From enquiry to an agreed placement
Tell us what is needed
Share the preferred area, number of occupants, move-in date, expected duration and essential property requirements.
Review suitable availability
We contact our property partners, check the available options and discuss property details, costs and placement terms with your organisation.
Arrange the stay
Once agreed, we coordinate booking and access. We remain your contact for maintenance, property issues, extension requests and departure arrangements.
Local property partners
Based around Preston. Connected across Lancashire.
Preston is our main focus. Through our existing property partners, we also consider accommodation enquiries elsewhere in Lancashire, depending on current availability.
Tell us which locations are essential and where there is flexibility. We will confirm the areas and property options we can offer for your enquiry.
Property support during the stay
Your team can come back to The Landlord Hub for property-related issues, maintenance coordination and changes to the agreed booking.
We coordinate with the property partner and keep your organisation informed, so you have a clear contact throughout the placement.
Accommodation questions
Can you arrange emergency accommodation in Preston?
We work with existing property partners in and around Preston. Contact us with your required move-in date and accommodation requirements so we can check current availability. Same-day accommodation is not guaranteed.
Do you accept enquiries from councils and social care teams?
Yes. We welcome professional enquiries from council housing teams, social services, care organisations and other referral teams. We discuss suitability and arrangements with the referring organisation before confirming a placement.
Can accommodation be arranged for a longer stay?
Yes, we consider both short-term and longer-term enquiries. The available duration, costs, terms and any extension are agreed for each property and placement.
Who handles bookings and property issues?
The Landlord Hub coordinates the booking, access and ongoing property matters with our partners. Your organisation has one point of contact for maintenance coordination, extension requests and departure arrangements.
Does the accommodation include care or specialist support?
This service covers accommodation and property coordination. Any personal care, supervision or specialist support must be discussed and arranged separately by the responsible organisation.
How much does a placement cost?
Costs depend on the property, occupancy, length of stay and agreed arrangements. We share the proposed costs and terms with your organisation before a booking is confirmed.
Accommodation enquiries
Tell us about your accommodation requirements
Complete the accommodation enquiry form below. Share your organisation’s requirements and we will check suitable options with our property partners.
Please provide professional contact details only. Do not include service-user names, medical information or confidential case records in this initial enquiry. Read our privacy policy.
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This is an enquiry, not a confirmed booking. We will review availability and contact you to discuss the next steps.