And how tenants can enforce them 1. Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 This sets out the legal obligations landlords have towards tenants as regards keeping the property in repair. … [Read more...]
Local Authorities failing to protect vulnerable tenants says new report
Housing conditions in the private rented sector An interesting new housing report, prepared by Dr Stephen Battersby for Alison Seabeck MP, Shadow Housing Minister & Karen Buck MP, Shadow Work and … [Read more...]
Ben Reeve Lewis Friday column
[Ben Reeve Lewis regular Friday feature has been temporarily re-named - no news today, just a manifesto for world domination ... (Note that Ben's views do not necessarily reflect those of the … [Read more...]
Can a tenant be liable for condensation if ventilation is inadequate?
A blog clinic question from Alison (not her real name), who asks I'd appreciate opinions on whether the landlord or tenant would typically be held responsible for condensation damage or mould, in the … [Read more...]
Regulations on repairs and eviction rights
Foundations of landlord and tenant law – part 10 I said last week that I was going to talk about the Rent Act this week. However, on reflection, before I look at the main statutory codes which govern … [Read more...]
Mould problems – can the landlord charge for redecoration?
Here is a blog clinic question from Anthony (not his real name): I am a tenant in a rented flat. Mould has arisen in 1 of my rooms and is now tranfering into my kitchen that is backed onto the wall. … [Read more...]
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