| Housing Disrepair Claims brought by tenants against landlords |
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If you are living in a property in a poor state of repair and the landlord does
nothing to rectify this problem then you may be able to bring a disrepair claim.
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Such actions will force landlords to carry out the repairs as well as compensate you for
any loss you may have suffered.
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Local authorities can often take action if there are any risks to the health and safety of
occupiers or a visitor to the property. They assess these risks using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
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Does it matter who my landlord is?
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No. Whether you are renting from the council, a housing association or a private
landlord, the law imposes strict requirements on all landlords to make sure that the property is kept in repair.
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What responsibility does my landlord have?
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Landlords have a variety of statutory obligations to keep their properties in a good state.
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Such obligations include to:
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Ensure any heating system provided is in a good working order |
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Keep the structure of the building, including drains, gutters, roofs, foundations
and external pipes in good repair
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Keep in proper working order the water, gas, electricity and sanitation including
basins, sinks, baths and toilets
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Make sure that serious disrepair or dampness does make the building unfit for
human habitation
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Vermin infestation which prejudicial to health |
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There may also be contractual obligations which the landlord needs to comply
with.
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| * Please note these figures are estimates of what is commonly awarded for similar injuries Exact payments will vary and depend on the specific case. |
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| Click on the compensation guide to find out how much compensation you could expect. |
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