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The Repairing Standard
Rented property must now meet the Repairing Standard before it is let and at all times during the tenancy.
Before a tenancy starts landlords have to make sure that rental
property meets the Repairing Standard. This new duty applies to the
majority of private sector tenancies. Although this duty starts
on 03.09.07, the repairing standard applies to existing tenancies not
just those which start on or after 03.09.07.
To comply with this new duty, the landlord or someone acting for the
landlord, will have to inspect the property to ensure it meets the
standard. At the start of the tenancy (or earlier) landlords must tell
tenants about the Repairing Standard and the Private Rented Housing
Panel.
A house meets the repairing standard if -
1. the house is wind and water tight and in all other
respects reasonably fit for human habitation;
2. the structure and exterior of the house (including
drains, gutters
and external pipes) are in a
reasonable state of repair and in proper
working
order,
3. the installations in the house for the supply of
water, gas and
electricity and for sanitation, space
heating and heating water are in
a reasonable state
of repair and in proper working order,
4. any fixtures, fittings and appliances provided by
the landlord under
the tenancy are in a reasonable
state of repair and in proper working
order,
5. any furnishings provided by the landlord under the
tenancy are
capable of being used safely for the
purpose for which they are
designed, and
6. the house has satisfactory provision for detecting
fires and for giving warning in the event of fire or
suspected fire.
More information about the Repairing Standard can be
found at www.prhpscotland.gov.uk
For more information on how
we can help, call us on:
0845 094 9468
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