Housing Disrepair
What are the basic requirements?
The Disrepair must be Reported to the Council or Housing Association
It must not be caused by the Tenant
The Council or Housing Association must have failed to repair
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What are the basic requirements?
Leaks or Water Damage
Mould/Fungus or Damp
Cracks
Defective Boiler
Defective Windows/Doors
Internal/External Structural Damage
Defective/Dangerous Electrics
Insects/Mouse Infestation
What is a property in disrepair?
Not all rental properties are of the same standard. Some are in a much better condition than others. But just because a door is missing a handle, or a carpet has stains on it, does not necessarily mean that the property is in a state of disrepair.
So, what is a property in disrepair?
Really, it is any defect that makes a property unfit or unsafe for human habitation. It is more than basic maintenance or cosmetic issues. A housing disrepair is something that makes the property unsuitable for tenants to live in.
Think of it this way…
The laws in England and Wales are designed to protect tenants against rogue landlords and poor housing conditions. Under the law, a landlord has various repair responsibilities. Specifically, they are responsible for:
- The property’s structure and exterior
- Basins, sinks, baths and other sanitary fittings including pipes and drains
- Heating and hot water
- Gas appliances, pipes, flues and ventilation
- Electrical wiring
- Any damage they cause by attempting repairs
If any of the above are defective, broken or unsafe, then the property is in a state of disrepair. In practical terms, it means the property does not meet an acceptable standard for tenants to inhabit.