If you live in a council property, it is the council’s legal responsibility to provide a safe, secure, and well-maintained home. This includes repairing any reported issues that could affect your health or safety.
If you have complained and your council landlord has ignored the problem or failed to fix it within a reasonable timeframe, NJS Law can help ensure the repairs are completed. Depending on the severity and duration of the disrepair, you may also be entitled to compensation. Our experienced team can guide you through the process and assess if your claim meets the legal requirements.
To understand your council’s responsibilities, start by reviewing your Tenancy Agreement. Generally, councils must repair:
Councils can only act if you notify them of the issue. It is crucial to:
Important: The council is responsible for the cost of these repairs. You are only responsible if the damage was caused by you or your visitors.
If you have reported the disrepair but your council has failed to act, you may be entitled to make a housing disrepair claim.
This can apply if:
Disrepair can make your home unsafe, uncomfortable, or uninhabitable, causing stress and inconvenience. Our team at NJS Law understands these challenges and can help you take action.
Our Housing Disrepair Specialists have extensive experience making claims against councils and local authorities. We can ensure that essential repairs are carried out in a timely manner.
You may also be entitled to compensation if the disrepair has caused:
At NJS Law, we operate on a No Win No Fee basis, so you can seek justice without upfront costs.
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