Question 1

What housing options are available after a building fire?

Accepted Answer

Following a fire or evacuation, displaced residents are often initially placed in short-term emergency accommodation such as hotels. For longer stays, serviced apartments can provide a more comfortable and practical solution, offering kitchens, separate living spaces, and the ability to accommodate families for extended periods.

Question 2

How quickly can emergency accommodation be arranged?

Accepted Answer

Accommodation can often be arranged within hours, depending on location and availability. In this case, 60 families were placed in hotels immediately, with longer-term serviced apartments secured within two weeks.

Question 3

Can serviced apartments accommodate accessibility needs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many serviced apartments can be sourced with accessible features such as step-free access, roll-in showers, and mobility-friendly layouts, making them suitable for residents with medical or accessibility requirements.

Question 4

How much does emergency accommodation in serviced apartments cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost of serviced apartments varies depending on location, apartment size, duration of stay and the number of units required.
For insurers, housing associations, and local authorities managing multiple displaced residents, serviced apartments can often offer better value than alternatives. This is because we work with an extensive global network of property partners and can negotiate preferential rates for group bookings and extended stays when appropriate.
In many cases, the ability for residents to cook their own meals and live independently can also reduce additional costs like food allowances.

Housing 60 families and saving £1.72M