Repairs and agreements when owning HA property

Norman_Castle

The main upgrades have been the entrance door to his flat. Some fire regulations were updated and his old door one didn't meet certain standards. The replacement door cost £800 and he has been paying so much to the HA every month. I believe this has to be done again in the near future,

Fire door regulations changed about 10 years ago forcing replacement of doors and frames. I'm not aware that they have changed again since then.

parkrunner

Equity release?

John_In_Lincs

A lot of really helpful advice there. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I have spoken to my friend and made a few suggestions, based on the above.

I am quite relieved as it seems there is more help available than I had realised. I know from personal experience how money worries can affect your health and general well-being. My difficulties from last year pale into insignificance when I compare my lot to his.

I will pass on some of the above info. I feel sure this will help alleviate his fears to some degree. His memory will let him down, so I will keep in touch with him and make sure he follows your suggestions.

Thanks for the comments re. suicide and talking about it. I thought that was just a cry for help.

In short, my friend has responsibilities. He entered into an agreement and has to abide by the rules, but it does seem that help is available. He will need to make the necessary enquiries. I have told him that he has to push himself and make sure he sees the right people. The information provided above should help to set that ball rolling for him.

Again, many thanks. This is all most helpful.

John.

knightstyle

Just a thought, did the HA get three quotes for the work? He should ask them about this.

BorisThomson

Is he in receipt of help with housing costs from the DWP? He should ask at the Jobcentre if he is not.

John_In_Lincs

Thank you knightstyle and BorisThomson.

I will check this when I speak to him tomorrow evening.

Regards.

John.