Example: The member applied for a removal well in advance of the uplift date. The removal truck broke down on the day and the removal had to be rescheduled for the next week. The CDF approved a longer period because the member exceeded the seven day limit under paragraph 2.b for reasons beyond their control.

Non-example: The member purchased a suitable home but then delayed asking the approved service provider for a removal. When the member did ask for a removal, the removalist was booked for three weeks in advance and so the removal could not occur within the seven days after settlement. The member would exceed the limit under paragraph 2.b. for reasons within their own control.

Note: Defence Housing Australia must notify the occupants of a Service residence in writing 28 days before they must leave the Service residence.

Example for Item 1: The member is staying in temporary accommodation while they wait for a suitable Service residence or rented home at the new housing benefit location.

In the total workforce system, a member of the Permanent Force may be described as a member in Service category 6 or 7.