You will have to use the selection scheme to get a Housing Executive house. You may have to wait a long time depending on your circumstances and where you want to live.

You will have to spend one year as an introductory tenant . This means that it easier for the Housing Executive to evict you if you are carrying out antisocial behaviour.

Renting from the Housing Executive

Renting from the Housing Executive can offer you security and is usually more affordable than renting from a private landlord. However, your choice of accommodation and your ability to leave your tenancy is restricted. More 

Becoming a tenant