The Housing Office of Sarpsborg Municipality offers services related to housing subsidies and adaptations for residents with specific needs. The office has a scheme for subsidies for establishing one's own home, which is means-tested and aimed at people with a permanent low income. This measure is specifically designed for those facing the greatest challenges in the housing market.
In addition to the subsidy scheme, the Housing Office focuses on reducing the need for institutional places and home-based services. Adaptations of existing homes are assessed before any consideration is given to obtaining new housing. To ensure that the adaptations are appropriate, an occupational therapist is involved in the assessment process, which helps to create physical homes that are adapted to people with disabilities.
