Broken TV - whose responsibility?

pmlindyloo

G_M

The adviceguide link http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/england/housing_e/housing_renting_a_home_e/common_problems_with_renting.htm

is where I found the information about the washing machine (under furnished accommodation).

I couldn't find any particular legislation to quote.

I agree that Shelter isn't always accurate and I've also found mistakes in Adviceguide although they always correct it when I email them!

If the OP hasn't got an inventory then I don't think she has a problem regarding being charged for it.

pmlindyloo

This is the actual quote

Wear and tear

Over a period of time, most household furniture and contents deteriorate as a result of normal use, for example, floor coverings will become worn. This is known as ‘wear and tear’, and you would not be responsible for replacing these items.
If the extent of the wear and tear means that it causes a hazard, for example, springs in an armchair begin to stick through the upholstery, your landlord should repair or replace such items.
If your landlord has supplied an appliance such as a cooker or a washing machine that was working as the beginning of the tenancy, they have a responsibility to repair or replace it if it breaks down, unless this is the result of your negligence.

DominicJ_2

If your landlord has supplied an appliance such as a cooker or a washing machine that was working as the beginning of the tenancy, they have a responsibility to repair or replace it if it breaks down, unless this is the result of your negligence.

But the LL could argue he didnt supply you a TV ect, you just happened to use the one that was there, UNLESS the tenancy is a furnished tenancy.
Given there wasnt an inventory, I doubt that is the case, and even if it is, without an inventory, how do you prove there was a TV?

OP
Without a protected deposit and dual signed inventory, your LL is in serious trouble if he tries anything funny. A court would take 20 seconds to award you 3x your deposit plus costs.

Anya15

Thank you all for your replies!
I gave him a months notice. Just wondering whether he'll go ''ballistic'' if I ask where my deposit is held... I should probably do it now before moving out - it will be easier to prove that he is not a resident landlord...

G_M

Anya15 wrote: »

Thank you all for your replies!
I gave him a months notice. Just wondering whether he'll go ''ballistic'' if I ask where my deposit is held... I should probably do it now before moving out - it will be easier to prove that he is not a resident landlord...

A calendar month? Aligned with tenancy period?

A polite letter enquiring about deposit scheme should be fine. Makes him aware you know about the requirement and may make him think 2ce about unfair deductions knowing eh may be liablefor penalty...