Housing disrepair Leeds can help if you live in a council flat, social housing, or a housing association property, your landlord must ensure that your home is safe and functional. When a furnished house’s condition deteriorates or necessitates repairs, the landlord is required by law to maintain a minimal level of living so that tenants may live in it safely and comfortably.
Housing disrepair usually consists of the following issues:
Landlords are always responsible for making necessary repairs as soon as they become aware that the property is uninhabitable or dangerous, as part of their duty to ensure that your property is safe and operational.
Your landlord is legally prohibited from forcing you to pay for any of the repairs listed above, and they are solely responsible for these repairs, regardless of your tenancy agreement. If your rental agreement allows it, your landlord may be held accountable for any future repairs you agree to.
If your landlord refuses to address a property that has housing disrepair problems and is under their control, you may be eligible to file a claim against them. To be eligible to submit a claim, you must first notify your landlord of the disrepair and provide evidence as proof. If your landlord fails to make required repairs as stipulated by law, you can seek compensation.
You may file a housing disrepair claim during your tenancy or after it has finished, but you must do so within six years of giving notice to your landlord about the problem. Personal injury claims must be filed within three years after receiving notification.
Keep in mind that your landlord may not be held responsible for damages caused by your carelessness or misconduct. We don’t currently handle individual landlord claims since, as a rule, we can’t assist you if you’ve used a letting agency or if your landlord is an individual.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
Council Tenant
We had been waiting for 12 months for the damp to be repaired by the council but got nowhere. We were told by a friend that this company could help and within 6 months we received compensation for damages & all the damp and mould was removed.
Housing Association Tenant
Couldn’t leave any clothes in any of the bedrooms due to dampness and mould, our clothes, possessions & electronics were ruined and not to mention the huge amounts of stress this caused over the years. I am so grateful for your help with getting my property repaired for me & the financial compensation awarded to me has changed my life. Thank you so much
Council Tenant
My flat was repaired in time for my child’s birth and I received rent refunds and compensation. The team were very helpful and understanding of my dangerous situation.
Housing Association Tenant
Couldn’t leave any clothes in any of the bedrooms due to dampness and mould, our clothes, possessions & electronics were ruined and not to mention the huge amounts of stress this caused over the years. I am so grateful for your help with getting my property repaired for me & the financial compensation awarded to me has changed my life. Thank you so much
When you submit a claim for disrepair, the court can order your landlord to make the necessary repairs. You may also be compensated for a variety of reasons, such as:
Damage to belongings – If you live in a property with severe repairs that have caused damage or loss of items, you can file for compensation for any losses incurred as a result of the poor condition of the house. You may also request compensation for property damages resulting from landlord-made repair work.
Financial loss – If you have incurred financial losses as a result of your landlord’s failure to fix problems, you may be able to seek compensation. This will influence the outcome.
Personal injury – If you have been hurt as a result of your landlord’s carelessness, you may file a personal injury claim. This might cover respiratory issues caused by damp or mould exposure, as well as falls and trips accidents due to slippery or dangerous conditions. We can help with medical records, expert testimony, and court action procedures.
Inconvenience – We can assist you if your home or business has been destroyed. We can help you get the most money possible for problems such as general disruption to your daily routine, not being able to use your house, and having to wait for repairs.
We currently specialize in claims against your local council, local authority, social housing, and housing associations; unfortunately, we are unable to accept complaints from renters against private landlords.
Because the procedure of filing a claim against your landlord is time-consuming, you’ll want the assistance of an attorney. If you want to file a claim, the first thing you should do is consult with an expert about your position to see whether it qualifies for one.
You must first complete the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims before submitting a housing conditions claim. The pre-action procedure sets out several actions you must do ahead of time in order to file your lawsuit. If you fail to follow these stages, you may be fined later in the legal process. Attempting to start an ADR session .
You can proceed with legal action if your landlord does not respond to your letter of claim, or if the response is unsatisfactory.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
We understand how distressing and unpleasant it is to live in a home that requires repair, which is why we’re here to help. Our legal team specializes on real estate law and has significant expertise handling disrepair claims as well as personal injury claims. With their aid, you may get the assistance and compensation you deserve.
Because property damage claims are so difficult, it’s very important that you hire legal assistance. We understand how to file a meritorious claim because we are housing disrepair attorneys with expertise in the field.
We also provide pre-litigation services. We may do a preliminary inspection to see if your home is in such poor condition that it is no longer liveable. We can then offer you with dependable legal advise on what your future actions should be. If you decide to proceed with the claim, our staff will assist you throughout the process, including ensuring that you follow the pre-action procedure and gathering any required evidence. We’ll defend you at your hearing if you take action against us.
Our solicitors will be there for you throughout the entire process. For more information about the services that we offer, contact our team today on 0333 050 9030
Filing a claim can be a costly process. Depending on the severity of your case you could be entitled to Legal Aid to help you with these costs, however, Legal Aid funding is only available in cases where there is a serious risk to the health and safety of the tenants living in the property.
If you do not qualify for Legal Aid, you will have to finance the expenses yourself, which is determined by the court route you select. There are three court paths accessible: small claims, fast track, and multi-track.
If your claim for compensation is under £10,000, it will be heard in small claims court. If you want an order for repairs to be done and the cost of repair work is less than £1000, and the injuries are less than £1000, your case can only be heard in small claims court. If your lawsuit isn’t suitable for small claims court, it will usually be transferred to the fast-track docket.
If you win your case then your landlord can be ordered to cover your costs for you.
Court proceedings & fees can vary from case to case, our lawyers can tell you more about the fees that you will need to pay, call us on 0333 050 9030 to claim today.
If your landlord fails to meet their obligations of ensuring that you are safe and comfortable in your home, you may sue them for failing to provide adequate housing. We would generally aim to file a personal injury claim at the same time due on account of your poor living circumstances, which include compensatory damages for physical damage.
We feel that everyone should be able to obtain dependable and professional assistance with their housing disrepair difficulties, which is why we provide services on a no-win, no-fee basis. However, if you are a private tenant, you still have rights and we would advise you to review the tenant act before taking legal action or seeking advice from a firm that caters for private tenants with the legal costs covered on a no win no fee basis.
If your case does not win, you will not be charged for our housing attorneys’ services. If your case is successful, you won’t have to pay any upfront costs; instead, the payment will be subtracted from your financial award.
A “no-win-no-fee basis,” sometimes known as a “conditional fee agreement,” is an agreement in which you are sure that if you lose your case, you will not have to pay anything (i.e., there will be no legal expenses). We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are neither middlemen nor a claims management company, so working with us directly guarantees this.
The amount paid in settlement for housing damage claims is determined on a case-by-case basis. The compensation awarded is based on a number of factors, including:
If the landlord’s carelessness causes your home to be unusable, you may be compensated for the full amount of your rent if certain conditions are satisfied. You may be paid 100 percent of your monthly rent until the problem is solved, however this isn’t very common. In a compensation claim, you could anticipate damages ranging from 25 to 50% of your monthly rent. Please contact one of our housing disrepair lawyers right now.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
Every tenant has the right to a safe home. If your landlord fails to make necessary repairs, you may be able to submit an injury compensation claim if you have been harmed, financially distressed, or upset by the situation. If they’re asked for a copy of the tenancy agreement with all of its special terms and conditions, they’ll need one.
Your compensation is determined on the severity of your housing disrepair problem and how long the poor conditions in the property have persisted.
In most situations, tenants may be eligible for 25 to 50 percent of their monthly rent if their home is deemed to be substandard. To learn how much compensation you may get as a result of the landlord’s negligence, contact our skilled housing solicitors or call our claims department right now.
Yes. Mold may cause a wide range of issues, including property damage and significant health risks that may be covered. If the mould in your rental home was due to a repair problem, you may seek compensation for disrepair. Our housing disrepair attorneys can help you pursue legal action to get compensated for any resulting problems caused by disrepair.
Before you file a claim against your landlord, you must first follow the disrepair procedure. Attempting to contact an Alternative Dispute Resolution, sending a letter of claim to your landlord, and waiting a reasonable amount of time for a response from your landlord are all part of the protocol. It is critical that you follow the process correctly; our housing lawyers will ensure that all necessary pre-court action procedures for your potential claim are completed.
Are you a Council or Housing association Tenant with housing disrepair issues?
If so we can help you claim compensation on a NO Win, NO Fee basis.
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