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Health Hazards in Rented Properties The Tenants' Voice

Fire safety is the result of many other factors. Obviously, the top of the list are electrical and gas safety, which we talked about already. They … See more

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Contacting the Environmental Health Department

WebContacting the Environmental Health Department. This is the fourth step in getting your landlord to do repairs. If the disrepair in your rented home is causing you harm or …

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Staying safe and healthy in an HMO The Tenants' Voice

WebAll HMOs must be fitted with carbon monoxide alarms, that is now the law. Carbon monoxide is a serious threat to health, particularly as it can’t been seen, tasted and it …

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Housing Disrepair Claims The Tenants' Voice

WebThe effect the disrepair has had on your health; The length of time the disrepair has been present; Whether you have informed your landlord of the disrepair; The steps your …

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What Are My Rights When My Property Is Infested With …

WebThere, seek the help of the Environmental Health Department, which are responsible to enforce proper living standards in rented accommodations. They will appoint an …

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Asbestos in your home

WebThe Health and Safety Executive estimates that as many as 20 tradespeople may be dying every week due to exposure to asbestos and its related diseases. As much as 5000 …

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Baths, sinks and sanitary equipment

WebIt’s directly and proportionately tied to our health and life expectancy. That said, it’s absolutely unacceptable to live in a home that doesn’t offer the basic sanitation facilities. …

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Damp, Condensation and Mould- Repair of Rented …

WebThe mould fungi have been identified as the source of many health problems, including infections, asthma, allergies and sinusitis. Moulds produce allergens, irritants, and in …

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How to make complaints when you’re in an HMO The Tenants' …

WebIf your building is overcrowded or there’s a lack of facilities contact the local environmental health department. If you haven’t had confirmation of gas and/or electrical safety then …

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Heating and Hot Water – Repair of Rented Properties

WebThe Environmental Health Department can serve your landlord with an improvement notice. It will force them to do the required repairs until the property meets the minimum …

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What to do guide if your landlord refuses to do repairs

WebIf your landlord still refuses to get the repairs done, taking legal action to force them to do the repairs is a choice tenants have. Call the Community Legal Service helpline on 0845 …

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Legal Protection for HMOs and Tenant Rights

WebHMO tenant rights. HMO tenants have the right to ensure that a landlord meets the legal expectations, as set out above. In addition, HMO tenants have the same rights and …

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Tenancy agreements and Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST)

WebThe Tenancy Agreement and Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) The tenancy agreement is the contract that governs the relationship between landlord and tenant. This document …

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How to Request Repairs From Your Landlord The Tenants' Voice

WebEnvironmental health can help tenants with the repairs or temporary accommodation if it’s dangerous for them to stay in the facility. For more information, visit our dedicated guide …

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ECO4 Scheme Grants The Tenants' Voice

WebThe Energy Company Obligation is a Government energy efficiency scheme launched in the UK which is designed to tackle fuel poverty and help reduce carbon emissions from …

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How to make complaints about student properties The Tenants' …

WebPotential problems with gas or electrical safety – make a complaint to the Health and Safety Executive. Hazards such as structural problems or damp – contact the local …

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Emotional Assistant Pet Act

WebOut of these, 9 in 10 admit that having a cat has a great positive effect on their mental health. 76% said their cat helps them cope with everyday life better. Emotional …

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Structure and Exterior

WebLandlords are responsible for the repair and maintenance of your property’s structure and interior. This is defined in the Landlord and Tenant Act from 1985 and the Housing Act of …

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The Housing Ombudsman

WebThe Housing Ombudsman Service (HOS) is a dispute resolution service that was set up to help landlords and tenants resolve disputes without going to court. The service is free, …

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Social housing application priorities

WebThe factors that will influence the decision could be one of the following: The availability of council or housing association housing in the area you want to live. How many other …

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Can You Break Out Of A Fixed Term Tenancy Early

WebThis clause allows for both parties to review the tenancy at a certain point in the tenancy, usually at the half of the fixed period. If you have a break clause in the tenancy …

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