Frequently Asked Questions
Booking A Room
Can I apply for dual occupancy?
Dual occupancy is available on most rooms over 23sqm. Both occupants would need to apply and mention in their application that they are applying for dual occupancy so that the price can be amended. The price would be the total rent plus an additional £50 and then divided by two for each occupant’s weekly cost unless otherwise stated.
What Happens to My Deposit?
Your deposit is placed into a Deposit Protection Scheme, where it is held safely throughout the academic year.
What if I Want to Cancel My Booking?
If you accept an offer of accommodation online, or by signing a Tenancy Agreement, then decide you wish to cancel the contract, there are some limited circumstances where you can cancel the booking.
Cancelling within the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)
You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 7 calendar days after the date of the booking, which is known as the Initial Cancellation Period, or ‘Cooling Off Period’.
Providing your booking is cancelled within this Initial Cancellation Period, we will refund your full security deposit.
Please note, refunding the deposit after cancelling the booking may take a number of weeks depending on where it is up to in the process of securing it with the tenancy deposit scheme, and we cannot influence the speed of this refund.
Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’)
If a tenant wishes to cancel the booking after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’) has passed, the tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
IMPORTANT: OneLiving is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement tenant that is suggested by any existing tenant, or its representative or agent under this provision.
Rooms that are re-let to a new tenant will be at the current market rate, and not necessarily at the rate the room was previously sold at.
While we will always do what we can to assist, it is not the obligation of OneLiving or the landlord to find a replacement tenant to take over the tenancy.
If a suitable tenant is found and the room is re-let, we will refund the security deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract. Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another tenant, or to another year.
The ‘Cooling Off Period’ must have passed, or the new tenant have paid their rent and moved into the accommodation before the original tenant is released from their contractual obligations under the tenancy agreement. If the new booking is cancelled by the replacement tenant during their 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, the existing tenant remains liable for the rent until another replacement tenant is found.
Cancelling after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’), AFTER Collecting Keys and/or Taking up Occupation
If a tenant wishes to cancel the booking after the Initial Cancellation Period (‘Cooling Off Period’) has passed, after collecting the keys and/or taking up occupation of the room, the tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
IMPORTANT: OneLiving is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement tenant that is suggested by any existing tenant, or its representative or agent under this provision.
Rooms that are re-let to a new tenant will be at the current market rate, and not necessarily at the rate the room was previously sold at.
While we will always do what we can to assist, it is not the obligation of OneLiving or the landlord to find a replacement tenant to take over the tenancy.
The tenant is responsible for ensuring the room is suitable to be re-let, and it must be in the same clean and lettable condition as it was when the tenant took occupation and that it is available for viewings to allow it to be re-let.
If a suitable tenant is found and the room is re-let, we will refund the security deposit, less any appropriate charges, as well as a deduction of £50 for the variation of the contract. No £50 charge will be made for tenancies coming to an end after any applicable legal notice period that applies under current legislation and the deposit will be refunded. Please note, £20 will be deducted from the refunded amount to cover international bank charges for deposit refunds made to non-UK banks.
The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another tenant, or to another year. The ‘Cooling Off Period’ must have passed, or the new tenant have paid their rent and moved into the accommodation before the original tenant is released from their contractual obligations under the tenancy agreement. If the new booking is cancelled by the replacement tenant during their 7 day Initial Cancellation Period, the existing tenant remains liable for the rent until another replacement tenant is found.
Please note, if the tenant moves out early, before the tenancy has ended, they will not be able to claim back the deposit until the tenancy end date.
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND ONLY – CANCELLATION POLICY
As detailed in the Licence to Reside:
Cancellation Prior to Commencement of Licence Agreement:
If the booking is cancelled within 24 hours of signing the licence the Licensor agrees not to hold you liable for the full term of your contract, however the Deposit will not be refunded.
Cancellation after confirmation.
Where the Licence is cancelled or revoked after payment is receipted all monies will be forfeited.
NO PLACE, NO PAY:
1ST YEAR APPLICANTS AND 1ST YEAR POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY
If you are a prospective first year Undergraduate or Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institution because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from
this agreement.
You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 calendar days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner). We will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different university because you have exceeded your expected grades.
To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you must:
- send an email from the email account you booked with to: [email protected] or to your property email address if already in
residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked; - send the written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) from the date your results are published.
On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
If you fail to provide the information within 3 days, you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
2ND YEAR & SUBSEQUENT YEAR STUDENTS
IMPORTANT: Once the offer has been accepted and the security deposit paid, the booking is complete, and you have entered a legally binding contract.
You should be certain that you understand the terms of this legally binding contract before accepting it.
You can cancel your tenancy agreement for up to 7 calendar days after the date of the booking, which is known as the Initial Cancellation Period, or ‘Cooling Off Period’, by sending an email to [email protected] or to your property email address if already in residence.
Providing your booking is cancelled within this Initial Cancellation Period, we will refund your full security deposit.
Please note, refunding the deposit after cancelling the booking may take a number of weeks depending on where it is up to in the process of securing it with the tenancy deposit scheme, and we cannot influence the speed of this refund.
Outside of the Cooling Off Period, termination of your tenancy agreement will only be authorised if a suitable replacement tenant is found, if any applicable legal notice that applies under current legislation is issued, or if your place at your University or Higher Education Institute is withdrawn because you do not achieve the required grades to proceed into your next year.
To apply to be released from this contract if you do not achieve the required grades and your place at university is withdrawn, you must:
- send an email from the email account you booked with to: [email protected] or to your property email address if already in
residence confirming that you wish to cancel your booking, stating your full name, details of the property booked; - send a letter from your university/college which confirms that the required results were not achieved, and that your place has been withdrawn.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date you receive this confirmation.
If this confirmation is not received until after your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified, and provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and process the refund of your deposit in full within 30 days.
If you fail to provide the information within 3 calendar days, your deposit will not be refunded, and you will remain liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
The deposit paid is non-transferable and cannot be moved to another applicant, or another year.
What Do I Do if I’m a First Year Post-Graduate Student and I’m Still Waiting for My Exam Results?
If you’re still waiting for your exam results and you’re not sure whether your place at university is confirmed, don’t worry, you can still apply.
If you are a prospective first year Postgraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University or Higher Education Institute is withdrawn by the University or Higher Education Institute because you do not achieve the required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from this agreement.
You must provide written evidence from the University that you do not have a place within 3 days of your results being published (and no later than 28th August, whichever date is sooner) and we will release you from the contract without penalty and refund the deposit paid.
You may also be eligible to be released from this agreement if you are a prospective first year Undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:
a written or email confirmation that you wish to cancel your reservation, stating full name and full details of the property booked;
a written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS, a screenshot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved, or a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.
These document(s) must be received by us within 3 calendar days from the date your results are published. On receipt of the required documentation it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your agreement and refund your deposit in full.
Paying Your Deposit
Moving In To Your Room
Is There Car Parking Facilities for When I Move In?
Some properties have car parking facilities available for a small charge, please speak to your property team directly if you would like to reserve car parking.
What Do I Need to Bring with Me?
When you come to pick up your keys you need to bring some photographic ID such as a Passport or Driving Licence.
Viewing A Property
I’m in A Different Country, How Do I View a Property?
We offer a Online Viewings for those who cannot view in person. Just click ‘Arrange a Viewing’ and from there you can choose the Online option and organise a time and date that suits you. A member of the team will Skype call you at your arranged time.
How Long Does a Viewing Take?
A viewing usually takes around 15 to 20 minutes, however you can spend as long as you wish viewing the property.
Paying Your Rent
Living with OneLiving
What Is the Process for Dealing with Complaints?
Stage 1– Where possible please make your complaint in person at reception or by telephone. Our staff on site will attempt to investigate and deal with the matter immediately. If you are unhappy with the solutions or explanations given you can escalate your complaint to Stage 2 by letter or email to site within 10 working days.
Stage 2– Your complaint must be in writing. Our staff will pass your communication to a senior member of staff within Homes for Students, who will investigate further and provide a written response within 10 working days where possible. You must state why you think your complaint has not been treated fairly or correctly.
Stage 3– Your complaint must be in writing. In the event that you still feel your complaint has not been treated fairly or correctly you can write to the Complaints Panel within Homes for Students at: Head of Operations, Homes for Students, The Clock Tower, Longmoor Lane, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L10 1LD. The Panel will normally notify you of their decision within 10 working days. You must state why you think your complaint has not been treated fairly or correctly to this point.
Stage 4– OneLiving is a member of the Accreditation Network UK (ANUK).
Stage 5– STUDENTS WITHIN SCOTLAND can apply to the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing & Property Chamber) if we have breached the Scottish Letting Agent Code of Practice and you remain dissatisfied once the above stages have been exhausted, or if we do not process your complaint within a reasonable timescale.
You can contact the Housing & Property Chamber at:
Glasgow Tribunals Centre
20 York Street
Glasgow
G2 8GT
0141 3025900
website
Please note: Complaints about 19-20 tenancy agreements relating to the Covid-19 outbreak are excluded from this complaints process. All terms of the tenancy agreements remain applicable unless notified otherwise in writing by OneLiving. All notifications are final and there is no appeal or escalation process for such complaints.
What Will I Be Shown on My Viewing?
All communal areas and room types requested (dependent upon availability).
Can I Book a Room Without A Viewing?
Absolutely. However, we would always recommend booking a viewing wherever possible. If this is not possible, our website provides a suite of property images for you to browse.
How Do I Cancel or Re-Arrange My Viewing?
Give us a call or drop us an email – we’d love to speak to you!
How Do I Book a Viewing?
You can book a viewing using our online viewing tool or by sending a note to us via the ‘Contact Us’ form. You can also book by calling us directly at your chosen property or by sending us an email.