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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 home that has fallen into disrepair can have a serious impact on your health, well-being, and overall quality of life. Unfortunately, many social housing tenants in Peterborough are left struggling with unsafe and unhealthy living conditions due to their landlords failing to carry out essential repairs. If you are dealing with problems such as damp, mould, structural damage, or a faulty heating system, you may have the right to claim compensation and demand that necessary repairs are completed.
At SDS Solicitors, we are dedicated to helping tenants in Peterborough and the surrounding areas take action against negligent landlords. With decades of experience in housing disrepair claims, our expert legal team works tirelessly to ensure your home is restored to a safe and habitable condition. We will fight on your behalf to hold your landlord accountable and secure the compensation you rightfully deserve under UK law.
Housing disrepair occurs when a landlord, whether Peterborough City Council or a housing association, fails to properly maintain a rented property. This includes ensuring the structure and essential systems, such as heating, plumbing, and electrical safety, are kept in good working order to provide a safe and habitable home. Common disrepair issues tenants face include:
Mould is a common issue in disrepair claims.
Issues with electrics can be a serious safety issue.
Disrepair can attract rats, mice, and other vermin.
Broken seals and locks can be a security issue.
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.
The amount of compensation in housing disrepair claims depends on the severity of the issue, how long it has persisted, and the extent to which it has disrupted your daily life. If key parts of your home, such as the bathroom or kitchen, have been unusable for an extended period, you could receive compensation based on a percentage of your rent.
In most cases, compensation ranges from 25% to 50% of your annual rent for the time your home was affected, though in more severe cases, this amount may be higher. At SDS Solicitors, we carefully assess every aspect of your claim to ensure that financial losses, health impacts, and the overall inconvenience you have faced are fully accounted for.
Rochelle Dures
Head of Housing Disrepair
Living in a home that has fallen into disrepair can have serious physical, emotional, and financial consequences. In Peterborough, damp and mould are particularly common due to the local climate and the age of many properties. These conditions can contribute to respiratory illnesses, allergies, and long-term health problems. Structural issues, such as leaks, unstable flooring, or faulty electrics, can also make a property unsafe and unfit for living.
Beyond the health risks, disrepair can lead to financial strain. Damaged personal belongings, rising energy bills from inefficient heating, and the ongoing stress of dealing with unresolved issues can take a significant toll. Many tenants also experience a decline in mental well-being, feeling frustrated, embarrassed, and unable to fully enjoy their home.
If your landlord is neglecting their legal responsibility to maintain your home, you do not have to put up with these conditions. Seeking legal advice can help you take action to secure the repairs and compensation you deserve.
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 Peterborough, and in the wider Cambridgeshire area, your local Council is likely to be Peterborough City 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 Peterborough and Cambridgeshire, some of the most common housing associations include:
Other private providers operate in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough.
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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough.
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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough and surrounding areas. Whether you’re based in Dogsthorpe, Ravensthorpe, Orton Malborne, Orton Goldhay, Bretton or Paston 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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