If you are single and under the age of 25 and Local Housing Allowance applies to you, you will only qualify for the Local Housing Allowance rate for shared accommodation regardless of the size of accommodation that you live in.
The rate for shared accommodation is based on the tenant having sole use of a bedroom or bed-sit and shared use of some or all of the facilities for example, a kitchen, living room or bathroom and toilet.
However, this rule will not apply if:
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