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Taking LL to court
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Yes the landlord can charge you for any damage you caused (over and above fair wear & tear) even if the damaged item is still in a usable state.
What the landlord doesn't get is new for old. How old is the kitchen worktop? How many years use has the landlord had out of it already?
This.
(OP its called betterment if you wish to google)0 -
Do you have copies of both check-out reports? I think it's very shady that a second check-out report was carried out after the first independent check-out report said the property was left in good condition.0
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I think that its 6 months down the line, you need to start court proceedings.
Clearly its not 'brand new' as you were there for a period of time (how long?)0 -
Hi thanks for the help people.
Yeah I do have copies, it was done by the same company, so on the second report it shows the condition when I moved in.
I was there for a year, on the letter his charging me for cleaning, replacing the bin because it had a dent in it. I was wondering weither I should reply before proceed with going to court.0 -
Hi thanks for the help people.
Yeah I do have copies, it was done by the same company, so on the second report it shows the condition when I moved in.
I was there for a year, on the letter his charging me for cleaning, replacing the bin because it had a dent in it. I was wondering weither I should reply before proceed with going to court.
If you reply its to enter into negotiations for the amount claimed, so if you're happy to pay something then by all means.0 -
Read the links provided (posts 5 & 6) to understand what the LL can claim, what you can do, and how.
If you caused damage (you seem to admit to some scratches - and the bin....?) then calculate what you believe is a fair deduction.
Contact the LL detailing what damage you admit to, and how much you are willing to contribute and work out the balance that you want the LL to return to you.
If you can't reach agreement, write a 'Letter before action', wait 7 days, then sue.0 -
Thanks I checked the link, I did send the pre court letter, thats when the LL replied with his break down of costs. I will contact him one last time then take action0
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