Living Guide Q&A TOP

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Livelihood support for those affected by COVID-19

Answer

Housing Security Benefit "Jyukyokakuho kyufukin"（rent directly paid to landlord）

Eligibility

Within 2 years of leaving a job・business shutdown, or decrease in income due to suspension of work, with similar conditions to those that have left a job

Payment duration

3 months in principle （maximum of 9 months）

Payment

Amount equivalent to the rent is paid directly to the landlord from the municipality

Application

City hall for those living in a city, social welfare council for those living in a town

Details

Information about the Housing Security Benefit 　　

★Shiga prefecture is accepting temporary occupants in prefectural housing.

Eligibility

Those dismissed from the workplace due to the effects of COVID-19 and had no other option but to leave their home.

Duration

Maximum of 1 year

Application

Housing Division, Department of public works and transportation 　（℡　０７７－５２８－４２３４）
If you have any concerns regarding your livelihood, please consult the welfare division or social welfare office in your city or town!

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Rental Housing

Answer

To find a rental house or apartment, consult with a real estate agent. The following expenses are required to rent a house.
Deposit (Shiki-kin)
This money is left with the landlord as a security deposit for your rental payments and returned when you move out. If you do not pay the rent or if you damage the property, this money will be appropriated to cover the amount of rent owed or the cost of repairs; any remainder will be returned to you.
Key Money (Rei-kin)
This money is paid to the landlord and is not refundable.
Intermediary Fee
This is the commission paid to the real estate agent, usually equal to one-month’s rent.

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I am looking for a place to live.

Answer

In addition to prefectural and municipal housing, private housing is also available. Inquire at the municipal office for municipal housing.
For consultations on private rental housing
Shiga Prefecture Public Works and Transportation Housing Division 　℡077-528-4235