Much attention is given to the damage housing disrepair has on families, especially those with young children. However, older people are often left in situations of housing disrepair that can go unresolved for years. Last month, Westminster City Council agreed to pay £21,000 to an elderly tenant who could not get necessary repairs done on her flat.
The lack of proper maintenance and repairs in residential properties has far-reaching consequences, leading to injuries, health issues, and a diminished quality of life for many vulnerable citizens.
Unfortunately, damp and mould continue to plague social and rented homes, with many more suffering serious and life-threatening health problems in the past year.
Experiencing housing disrepair issues can be stressful, affecting both your comfort and well-being. Fortunately, tenants have legal protections in place to ensure that landlords fulfil their obligations to maintain properties and keep them in repair.
Mould, fungus, and damp in a home can have serious implications for your health and well-being. If you are a council or housing association tenant dealing with these issues, it is essential to understand your rights and options for making claims.
Housing disrepair claims against social housing landlords have substantially increased since the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 came into force in England in March 2020.
When pursuing a housing disrepair claim, it’s important to approach the process strategically to maximise your chances of success.
When a property deteriorates and falls into disrepair, it can have adverse effects on your health. If you’re renting, this is completely unacceptable, and your housing association or local council should take action to rectify the issue.
On 28th June 2023, the Regulator of Social Housing published a report on damp and mould in social housing stock. The paper was created in response to the Coroner’s report on the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in Rochdale, in which damp and mould present in the toddler’s home was found to have contributed to his death.
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