AST - right to enter if 24 hours notice given

ilovecheese

Hello all

I am planning to move soon, and have asked the LA for a copy of their standard AST, as per usual it has the clause giving them permission to enter if they give 24 hours notice.

I don't want to be labled a "problem tenant" but it really annoyes me that they include a clause that is unenforceable - I cannot decide whether to sign it or speak to them about taking it out, or re-wording it.

Has anyone else every tried to get a LA to change the clause?

Opinions please

slyracoon

ilovecheese wrote: »

I cannot decide whether to sign it or speak to them about taking it out, or re-wording it.

Whats the point, you've already identified that its unenforcable. Just remind them of that when they request access.

If your at all worried that they will enter without your permissions just change the barrel of the locks.

mchale

ilovecheese wrote: »

Hello all

I am planning to move soon, and have asked the LA for a copy of their standard AST, as per usual it has the clause giving them permission to enter if they give 24 hours notice.

I don't want to be labled a "problem tenant" but it really annoyes me that they include a clause that is unenforceable - I cannot decide whether to sign it or speak to them about taking it out, or re-wording it.

Has anyone else every tried to get a LA to change the clause?

Opinions please

Can you supply examples, to back up that statement and I mean case law not just internet chat please

G_M

The LL has a duty to carry out repairs, gas safety checks etc. This requires access. The LL therefore has a right of entry.

The tenant has a right to quiet enjoyment. That means undisturbed use of the property.

These two rights potentially clash. Only a court can decide in the specific circumstances which right takes priority.

A more detailed discussion/explanation can be found here.