private renting
Housing & Tenancy
Compensation claim for disrepair disputed
If a landlord disputes compensation for disrepair, a written timeline and a firm request for a point-by-point decision usually moves things forward. This explains what to prepare, how to use the official complaints route, and when to escalate.
Housing & Tenancy
Rent Repayment Order application rejected
If a Rent Repayment Order application is rejected, it is often due to fixable paperwork issues like landlord identity, dates, or missing rent proof. This explains what to correct, how to re-submit, and when to escalate if the tribunal does not respond.
Housing & Tenancy
Letting agent closed complaint without action
If a letting agent closes a complaint without fixing the issue, push for a written final response and follow the official complaints route. If they still stall, prepare to escalate to the agent’s redress scheme.
Housing & Tenancy
Access request used to harass tenant
Repeated access requests can cross the line into harassment when they are vague, frequent, or used to apply pressure. This explains how to set boundaries, build evidence, and escalate through the right UK channels.
Housing & Tenancy
Council inspection passed despite visible disrepair
If a council inspection says a property has passed despite visible disrepair, a focused complaint with dated evidence can trigger a review or re-inspection. This explains how to challenge the decision and when to escalate.
Housing & Tenancy
Retaliatory eviction threat after repair request
If a landlord threatens eviction after a repair request, a calm written record and the right escalation can protect position and speed up repairs. This explains the next steps and when to involve the council.
Housing & Tenancy
Rent increase proposed after reporting problems
A rent increase proposed right after reporting repairs can often be challenged if it is informal or not served correctly. Keep paying the current rent, keep repairs moving, and use the official notice route if needed.
Housing & Tenancy
Environmental Health refuses to inspect property
If the council refuses to inspect a rented property, a written request with clear hazard evidence and a logged case reference usually shifts the decision. This explains how to use the council’s official process and when to escalate.
Housing & Tenancy
Landlord delays repairs citing contractor issues
If a landlord keeps delaying repairs because a contractor “can’t attend”, a written deadline and the council’s official reporting route usually move things forward. This explains what to collect and how to escalate calmly in the UK.
Housing & Tenancy
Section 8 notice explained
A Section 8 notice is not an eviction, but it can lead to court action if it’s ignored. Check the grounds, verify arrears, and respond in writing with evidence and a realistic plan.
