Self employed and housing benefit

[hamid84]

Hi,

I recently became self employed and running a small electronics shop. So far it's been dead and no profit at all.

I am renting a shop for which im paying per month. There is 2 bed rooms flat upstairs which landlord has agreed to offer me for an extra cost.

My question is, can i apply for housing benefit for that flat? Im currently living with parents and want to move out.

Thanks

[John]

Given that you have ILR, you can claim any benefits that your circumstances dictate you are entitled to.

[hamid84]

Thanks for quick response John. As usual im thankful.

Point im trying to make is that will council allow me to claim HB while i have a shop downstairs?

At the moment, i have tenancy agreement for shop but landlord can issue another one for flat.

Also would i be able to get council tax benefit?