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Has your council or social housing property fallen into disrepair?
Are you renting from the Council or a Housing Association? You may be entitled to compensation.
Living in a property affected by disrepair can severely impact your quality of life, health, and well-being. Unfortunately, many social housing tenants in Huddersfield endure these conditions due to their landlords’ failure to meet legal responsibilities. If you are facing issues such as damp, mould, structural defects, or faulty heating, you may have the right to claim compensation and demand necessary repairs.
At SDS Solicitors, we specialise in assisting tenants in Huddersfield and surrounding areas to address housing disrepair issues. With decades of experience, our dedicated team ensures your home is brought back to a safe and habitable condition. We fight tirelessly to hold landlords accountable while securing the compensation you deserve under UK law.
Housing disrepair refers to a failure by landlords, whether Kirklees Council or housing association, to keep a rented property in good repair. This includes maintaining the structure and systems essential for a habitable home, such as heating, plumbing, and electrical safety. Common disrepair issues tenants face include:
Mould is a common issue in disrepair claims.
Issues with electrics can be a serious saftey issue.
Disrepair can attract rats, mice, and other vermin.
Broken seals and locks can be a security issues.
Landlords are legally obligated to keep a property in a reasonable state of repair and landlords must provide safe, habitable living conditions throughout your assured tenancy.
Compensation in housing disrepair claims varies depending on the severity and duration of the issue, as well as the impact on your quality of life. If certain rooms or facilities are unusable, you may receive compensation proportional to your rent – for example, if your shower or oven has been unusable for some time.
Typically, compensation ranges from 25% to 50% of your annual rent for the affected period. For severe cases, it could exceed this range. At SDS Solicitors, we ensure that all eligible aspects of your claim, including financial losses and health impacts, are thoroughly assessed.
Rochelle Dures
Head of Housing Disrepair
Living in disrepair can lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial strain. Damp and mould are common in Huddersfield due climate and older housing stock. These conditions can trigger respiratory issues, allergies, and even long-term health problems. Structural defects, meanwhile, can make homes unsafe and unsuitable for living.
Beyond health risks, disrepair can cause financial losses, including damage to personal belongings and increased energy bills due to inefficient heating systems. Many tenants also report a decline in mental well-being, facing stress, embarrassment, and diminished enjoyment of their homes.
If your landlord fails to address these issues, you do not have to suffer in silence. Seeking legal advice is the first step to improving your living conditions.
Social housing in England can be handled by either a Council, which is a government authority, or by private Housing Associations which rent out properties. In Huddersfield, and in the wider West Yorkshire area, your local Council is likely to be Kirklees Council however other authorities may operate in the surrounding areas.
If your property is under the responsibility of a private Housing Association, this organisation must be properly registered and approved by the UK Government to operate in England. You can check the details of your association on the list of registered providers on the Government’s website. In Huddersfield and West Yorkshire, some of the most common housing associations include:
Other private providers operate in Huddersfield, and you can still make a claim for disrepair issues if you are dealing with a provider who does not have a local office in Huddersfield.
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim. Mr B
I have been very happy with all the help your staff have given me during my claim.
Our housing disrepair solicitors have years of experience assisting Huddersfield tenants in holding negligent landlords accountable. We offer free initial consultations to assess your case with no obligations. Thanks to our No Win, No Fee Agreements, you only pay if your claim is successful, ensuring you have no financial risks when pursuing a claim for compensation for housing disrepair in Huddersfield.
From documenting the disrepair to negotiating with landlords or pursuing court action, we manage every aspect of your claim with professionalism and care. Our team understands how distressing housing disrepair can be and works tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
If you believe you have grounds for a housing disrepair claim for a Huddersfield home, you must be able to answer the following questions:
Contact SDS Solicitors. Our team will assess your claim and provide expert advice on the process of claiming for housing disrepair.
Established in Manchester in 1997, SDS Solicitors is a trusted name in housing disrepair claims. We proudly serve clients across Huddersfield and surrounding areas. Whether you’re based in Deighton, Brackenhall, Sheepridge, Dalton, or Crosland Moor, our expert solicitors are ready to help.
We also offer nationwide support across England. With our No Win, No Fee promise, you face no financial risk in pursuing your claim.
Contact us today for a free consultation. Together, we’ll ensure your home is safe and habitable once again.
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No, there are laws in place protecting Council and Housing Association tenants from being evicted for starting a housing disrepair compensation claim against their landlord.
Yes, you should continue regular rent payments throughout a disrepair claim unless you have come to an agreement with the landlord about reducing or withholding rent. Rent arrears could make you liable for eviction, even if you have reduced your rent payments by a reasonable amount while the issues is not resolved or during the repairs if these affect the function of the house or some of the rooms.
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