Rent a council garage

Garages waiting list temporarily closed

From 2 October 2023, due to high demand and a long waiting list for garages, we have temporarily closed the waiting list and are not accepting new applications. We apologise for any inconvenience, and will update this notice when the waiting list reopens. If we received an application from you before 2 October 2023, we will continue processing it and will contact you in due course.

Applying for a garage

If you would like to rent a council garage or garage plot, you must apply to join our waiting list.

When a garage or plot becomes available, we will make a shortlist of applicants who want to rent in that area. The shortlist will be in application date order.

When your name is next on the shortlist, we will contact you to arrange a convenient time for you to view the garage and sign a rental agreement. You must bring proof of your ID – either a:

  • passport
  • driving licence
  • CitizenCard
  • Thurrock bus pass photo ID