Housing Allocation Guide

The NDRC provides housing to all citizens through the State Housing Programme. This guide explains how housing allocation works and your rights and responsibilities as a state housing occupant.

How allocation works

Housing is allocated by the Department of Citizen Services based on a points system that considers:

CDI Score (40%): Higher scores qualify for better housing tiers
Family Size (25%): Larger families qualify for larger properties
Employment Location (20%): Proximity to workplace is factored in to minimise commute impact on chargeability
Length of Service (10%): Years of continuous employment and compliance
Special Circumstances (5%): Medical needs, disability accommodations, security requirements

Housing tiers

Tier 1 (CDI 400-599): Studio apartment in state housing block. Shared laundry facilities. Basic energy allocation
Tier 2 (CDI 600-749): One-bedroom apartment. Private laundry. Standard energy allocation
Tier 3 (CDI 750-899): Two-bedroom apartment. Full kitchen. Enhanced energy allocation
Tier 4 (CDI 900+): Three-bedroom apartment or small house. Garden access. Premium energy allocation
Tier 5 (Officials only): Detached residence. Full grounds. Unrestricted energy. Security detail

Your responsibilities

Maintain the property in good condition
Report maintenance issues through your district housing office
Allow inspection visits without prior notice (Housing Inspection Act 2023)
Not sublet, share with unregistered persons, or modify the property without written approval
Register all residents with the district office within 72 hours of arrival
Comply with building rules including noise restrictions (22:00-07:00 curfew for residential areas)

Tier changes

Your housing tier is reviewed annually or when your CDI score crosses a tier boundary. If your score drops below the minimum for your current tier, you will receive a 90-day notice to relocate to appropriate housing. If your score increases, you may apply for an upgrade through the Housing Allocation service.