On 13 July, the Government confirmed that Phase 2 of Awaab’s Law will come into force on 30 November 2026, extending the same fixed repair deadlines beyond damp and mould to a wider range of hazards, including electrical faults, structural defects, fire risks and excess cold. It’s a good moment to ask a question people […]
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Social Housing Providers Can Contain the Disrepair Claims Crisis Before It Becomes Unmanageable
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Social housing providers are facing a claims environment that, for many, is beginning to feel unmanageable. Reports state that average disrepair claims have surged by 392% and unrecoverable legal costs have exploded by 427%. Legal fees in disrepair cases fall outside the fixed recoverable costs procedure. Claims Management Companies (CMCs) have a powerful financial incentive […]
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A recent report indicates a significant increase in claims related to social housing disrepair, with some sources suggesting a near five-fold rise. Many of which relate to mould. This surge is attributed to factors such as inadequate government funding, lack of building capacity, and a decline in the supply of social and affordable housing. As […]
What Are Green Dilapidations? Green dilapidations refers to the integration of environmental and sustainability considerations into the dilapidations process at the end of a commercial lease. Traditionally, dilapidations are about a tenant returning a property to its original condition (or complying with lease covenants for repair, decoration, reinstatement). But green dilapidations challenge that by asking: […]
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When it comes to property and land matters, using a surveyor qualified by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is crucial for accuracy, expertise, and peace of mind. Expert Knowledge and High Standards RICS-qualified surveyors undergo rigorous training and adhere to globally recognised standards, ensuring accurate assessments, whether it’s for property valuations, building surveys, […]