How quickly can accommodation be arranged in Cambridge?

Emergency accommodation in Cambridge can typically be sourced within hours. For planned decants, accommodation is arranged in advance to align with works schedules.

What types of accommodation are available in Cambridge?

Options in Cambridge include hotels, serviced apartments, extended stay accommodation and furnished rental properties. The type depends on household needs and expected duration.

Can you support multiple households in Cambridge?

Yes. We coordinate accommodation for multiple households simultaneously in Cambridge and surrounding areas during large-scale decant programmes.

Cambridge · Planned Decant

Planned Decant Accommodation in Cambridge

We support housing associations requiring temporary accommodation for residents in Cambridge and the wider East of England area affected by planned decant.

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Planned Decant in Cambridge

Planned decants during refurbishment, regeneration or major improvement works require coordinated accommodation for residents while works are completed.

Cambridge's low-lying position near the River Cam creates flood risk in certain areas. The city's mix of historic and modern housing, combined with a strong rental market, provides good temporary accommodation options during insurance claims.

Temporary Accommodation During Planned Decant

Housing associations regularly undertake planned works programmes that require residents to temporarily vacate. These include kitchen and bathroom replacements, structural improvements, energy efficiency upgrades and full estate regeneration. Accommodation planning aligns with works schedules.

Key Challenges

Large-scale planned decants require careful coordination to ensure accommodation is available as each phase of works begins. Multi-block programmes may run over several months with residents moving in and out of temporary accommodation.

Typical duration: 2 weeks to 6 months per phase

The Typical Process

Works programme planned and approved

Residents notified of temporary relocation requirements

Accommodation sourced and matched to household needs

Residents relocated to temporary accommodation

Works completed to property or block

Residents return to improved property

Who We Support in Cambridge

Asset Management Teams

Managing works programmes requiring resident relocation.

Resident Services Teams

Supporting tenants during temporary relocation periods.

Building Safety Teams

Managing safety works and remediation programmes.

Repairs & Maintenance Teams

Coordinating accommodation during repair works.

Accommodation Options in Cambridge

Hotels — Immediate availability for emergency short-term stays.

Serviced Apartments — Self-contained accommodation with kitchen facilities for families.

Extended Stay Accommodation — Purpose-built for stays of several weeks or months.

Furnished Rental Properties — Residential properties for longer-term planned decants.