Private rented house in disrepair

[charmaine79 10]

im wondering if anyone could give me any adive i live in a private rented house which is really bad with mould and damp behind my bed and also in the childrens bedrooms.Two of my children suffer with asthma also my kitchen ceiling is leaking everytime you take a bath the electrics are faulty im wondering if this can be helped towards me getting a move with the council.This house is making me feel so low so would really appreciate some advice many thanks

[speedy69 10]

You will only be able to bid on your waiting time (if registered) as you are already in a property and not classed as homeless or threat to be homeless.

[charmaine79 10]

I am registered i have 7 years waiting time

[dearsue1 10]

U can bid on propertys now if u on list 7 years should give u a good place.

Also u can go to citizens advice. I need get advice because if they dont do repairs u can get compensation. Take them to small claims court. Do u have a contract signed ?

Go and get advice. I am certain you will get help. Sort the landlord out. Do u get the gas and electrics checked, I'm guessing not. If they dont do repairs and your children are suffering for it then its a health and safety matter. Ask about environmental health issues.

I would love to see the outcome of this problem.

[charmaine79 10]

ive had a gas check but not certain about the electrical testing its really getting to me i just dont wanna be here

[999tigger 10]

Just go and visit Shelter or CAB in person and ask them to tell you what your rights are.

You aslo have rights against your current landlord as well to undertake the repairs.

[charmaine79 10]

Im hoping just to move out of this house just fed up of it but im going to go to citizens advice

[Douglas J 10]

Im hoping just to move out of this house just fed up of it but im going to go to citizens advice

 

Good idea - if you're on a low income, you could qualify for legal aid and a housing specialist may be able to see you - Sheffield Citizens Advice and Law Centre is on 205 5055.

 

and / or you could try the Council's private sector housing department on 273 4680.

[mafya 246]

ive had a gas check but not certain about the electrical testing its really getting to me i just dont wanna be here

 

An electrical check is not required by law, black mould is caused by lack of ventilation.

Were these mould problems there when you took on the house or have they developed after you moved in?

[Nicotrod 10]

Are you drying washing on radiators and not opening the windows? This can very quickly cause a build up on condensation and mould. it's vital that you keep your property well ventilated and aired.

 

If you do keep it well aired and are still concerned, contact tenancy relations at the council.

 

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Oh- you may be able to bid on first come first served.

[Jeffrey Shaw 90]

im wondering if anyone could give me any adive i live in a private rented house which is really bad with mould and damp behind my bed and also in the childrens bedrooms.Two of my children suffer with asthma also my kitchen ceiling is leaking everytime you take a bath the electrics are faulty im wondering if this can be helped towards me getting a move with the council.This house is making me feel so low so would really appreciate some advice many thanks

The Council might inspect the house and consider its condition so bad as to make it uninhabitable.That could lead to:

a. a Closing Order;

b. the existing Letting Agreement's end by frustration [a legal expression, not just how you feel!]; and

c. your being considered for priority rehousing.