Apply for housing if you are homeless
Placement in a municipal emergency shelter pursuant to regulatory provisions for individuals who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless.
How to proceed
- 1
Report to the Public Order Office
Ideally before homelessness sets in, e.g., in the event of an impending eviction.
- 2
Review of the Obligation to Provide Housing
The municipality is required to prevent homelessness.
- 3
Assignment of emergency housing
Temporary housing, while searching for permanent housing.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
1 day
Official: max. 1 day
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Waited for the eviction date instead of contacting the Public Order Office in advance
Common reasons for rejection
- • Other reasonable accommodations are available
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People who do not have a place to live, who are at risk of becoming homeless, or who are already homeless.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. 1 day
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Waited for the eviction date instead of contacting the Public Order Office in advance
Common reasons for rejection
- •Other reasonable accommodations are available
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.