If your property in Shelford or any other UK city is no longer inhabitable owing to negligence, our solicitors can assist you in submitting a housing disrepair claim. This is often referred to as lodging a housing disrepair claim.
Our ‘no win, no fee‘ policy means that the entire process is free of charge to you. Call us on 0333 050 8882 to start the process or fill in the form below.
If you live in council-owned property, they are primarily responsible for attending to repairs such as small leaks or emergency fixes. If authorities have failed to take action on problems you reported, filing a claim may be an option worth considering.
Taking legal action might result in the court ordering the city to make said repair, as well as compensation for any expenses incurred.
Before going ahead with this process though, there are a few things you need mull over; namely confirming that 1) you did notify the council of the issue and 2) that they have not done anything about it thus far.
If you live in social housing, you have the right to expect a decent quality of life. Our team can help you get the repairs and compensation that you’re entitled to. If there are problems with your housing association, don’t wait—take action now. One step could be submitting a complaint to the organization.
A housing association must be sure that the homes it offers are in good working order, and that any issues are promptly addressed. Otherwise, it could be held responsible and liable for compensation as a result of its actions or inaction.
The stresses of renting poor housing – from the physical to emotional to financial – are all too familiar to our professionals.
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
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.
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
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
Types of Damages
If you file a housing disrepair claim, you may be compensated with general or special damages. If your rent was paid while your house was neglected, that amount may serve as the foundation for your claim. A percentage of what you paid in rent will be decided based on the severity of the disrepair.
The amount of money you get back from your security deposit largely depends on how suitable the property was for living. however, claims rarely result in getting more than half of what you paid, and if the place was uninhabitable, you might get it all back.
If your rented property from the council or housing association has issues that have not been repaired, you may be eligible to make a housing disrepair claim.
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.
Damp treatment is typically the responsibility of landlords since your tenancy agreement stipulates that they are responsible for your home’s exterior and structure. You may be held liable for medical expenses and lost goods if your landlord does not act against mould in your apartment.
A house disrepair claim might cover a wide range of issues, including damp and mildew to electrical problems and structural damage. If your home is in poor condition and has caused you hardship or financial loss, you may be able to sue your landlord for compensation. You may also be able to recoup money paid while the property was being repaired in some circumstances.
If your landlord refuses to make repairs on your property that are theirs to begin with, you may be able to file a claim. You must have reported the problem to your local council or housing association landlord. You’ll need evidence, and we can assist you with this process. If your landlord has neglected to solve the situation, you may seek compensation from them.
During your tenancy, you can file a housing disrepair claim either before or after it ends, but the person must do so within six years of giving notice to their landlord about the problem. Personal injury claims must be made within three years of getting notification.
Your landlord is not responsible for repairing damages incurred as a result of your negligence or doing something wrong. We are property disrepair solicitors by trade, however we do not take private landlord claims since as a rule of thumb, if you have used a letting agent or your landlord is a person, we may not be able to assist you.
We specialize in filing claims against local councils, social housing providers, and housing associations. At this time, we are unable to accept complaints from renters against private landlords.
The procedure for claiming against your landlord can be complicated, which is why you will want the assistance of an attorney. If you wish to make a claim, the first thing you should do is contact a professional about your circumstances to see whether your case fits the requirements for one.
Before you file a claim, you must follow the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims. This procedure includes several steps that must be completed first.
If you don’t follow these procedures, you may be fined later on in the litigation process. To try and resolve the issue without going to court, your best bet is to set up an Alternative Dispute Resolution and submit an application to the county courthouse.
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 frustrating and draining it is to hope for repair assistance from your landlord with no prevail. Maybe you’ve even tried taking things into your own hands, but found yourself in over your head. That’s where we come in. Our team has significant experience handling disrepair as well as personal injury claims – so you can rest assured that if anyone knows how to get you the help and compensation you deserve, it’s us.
Don’t try to navigate these waters alone – the housing situation complexities make it critical that an experienced lawyer is on your side..
We, as housing disrepair solicitors who specialize in the field, know how difficult it is to file a meritorious claim. It’s possible that we may perform a preliminary inspection to see if your property is so ruined that it is no longer inhabitable. We can then provide you with trustworthy legal assistance on what your future actions should be.
We can help you with your claim from start to finish, including making sure you follow the pre-action procedure and gathering evidence. If you want to go ahead with your claim, we’ll represent you in court. Our solicitors will be there for you every step of the way. For more information on what we can do for you, please contact us now.
Every renter has the right to a safe haven. If you have been harmed, financially distressed, or unhappy as a result of the property’s condition, you may be able to bring an injury claim if your landlord fails to maintain it. It would be helpful if you could provide me with a copy of the tenancy agreement, including any terms and conditions if necessary.
If your landlord fails to fulfill their duty of ensuring that you are safe and comfortable in your home or apartment, you may sue them for failing to meet their responsibilities. Due to the poor living conditions, including compensatory damages for physical damage, we would generally file a personal injury claim at the same time.
We think that everyone in the United Kingdom should be able to obtain competent and professional assistance for their housing disrepair issues, which is why we provide services on a no-win, no-fee basis. Private tenants, on the other hand, still have legal rights and should familiarize themselves with their tenants’ laws before taking any formal action or seeking advice from a company that specializes on representing private tenants with the legal costs paid out of pocket.
If your case fails, on the other hand, you will not be charged for our housing attorneys’ services. You won’t have to pay any up-front costs if your case wins; instead, the payment will be taken off of your financial compensation.
A “no-win-no-fee agreement,” also known as a “conditional fee contract,” is an arrangement in which you are assured that if you lose your case, you will not be charged anything (i.e., there will be no legal costs). We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and neither middlemen nor claims administration companies, so dealing with us directly ensures that you will receive the greatest possible assistance.
If a tenant reports problems with their housing to their landlord, they can make what is called a housing disrepair claim. The landlord must be given time to fix the issues before the tenant can file for compensation, but if repairs are not made in a timely manner, then the housing disrepair claim can be filed.
If you reside in a council home, social housing, or a housing association property, your landlord is required by law to ensure that your living quarters are safe and functional. It is the responsibility of the landlord to provide you with a decent standard of living if your house degrades or necessitates improvements so that it may be lived in safely and comfortably.
If a property is in disrepair, this means that it requires repairs for it to be determined safe and suitable to live in. This typically applies to rented homes and any other type of rented accommodation.
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.
hdrc@housing-disrepair.org
0333 050 9030
