(1)So far as reasonably practicable a local housing authority shall in discharging their housing functions under this Part secure that accommodation is available for the occupation of the applicant in their district.

Section 208 of the Housing Act 1996 provides

• **Regulation 2 of The Homelessness (Suitability of Accommodation) Order 2012** sets out the matters to be taken into account when determining whether accommodation is suitable for a person. These include:
• The Code of Guidance
• Issues of Location Arising From Case Law