LL asking for access to property

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When landlord fails to meet safety check regulations there is rightly a big hooha on the forum. When a tenant is inconvenienced by the same, the safety element is ignored by some, and tenant advised how to be difficult.

Norman_Castle

I think if a tenant refuses access the landlord can evict them but as this is a slow process that won't happen in a month. I suspect if a landlord is taking measures to gain access they won't be penalised for being a month late.

Norman_Castle

rik111 said:

I mean come on you can move house but can't leave the house for a short time to allow an essential inspection....

I wouldn't leave a  stranger alone in my home, most contractors are fine but I've had small items stolen and could hear a contractor walking around a female neighbours bedroom when he had no reason to be in there.

jbainbridge

You're being awkward. Your landlord is trying to do what is required by law and you are preventing him from doing it.

SpiderLegs

OP did you get the rent reduction you were after last September?

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6187650/negotiating-rent-with-the-landlord#latest

frogglet

 You have clearly been out to catch the flu, it doesn't spontaneously appear. 
No such thing as a germ magnet, germs aren't more attracted to one person than another.
If your partner is immunosuppressed then they should go out in the fresh air, you can sit in another room. 

theartfullodger

Ask landlord what incentive £££££ to permit tests. 1st April is problem for landlord, rather than you (apart from possible safety issues).

As a landlord whilst unhappy to be asked, I'd probably offer up to  £500++++ given downside possibilities and timescales.  But don't expect a flattering reference later.

As far as I'm aware, not unlawful to ask.  Landlord has been making money out of you (unless not very bright) , lest we forget. Anyone know if unlawful?

Capitalism.  Free enterprise.

Best wishes to all.

lookstraightahead

theartfullodger said:

Ask landlord what incentive £££££ to permit tests. 1st April is problem for landlord, rather than you (apart from possible safety issues).

As a landlord whilst unhappy to be asked, I'd probably offer up to  £500++++ given downside possibilities and timescales.  But don't expect a flattering reference later.

As far as I'm aware, not unlawful to ask.  Landlord has been making money out of you (unless not very bright) , lest we forget. Anyone know if unlawful?

Capitalism.  Free enterprise.

Best wishes to all.

I agree artful, bribery might not get them a good reference 🥴

theartfullodger

Such a shame tenants don't require references from previous tenants on landlords or agents.  As legal to ask for as landlords wanting references on tenants.

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theartfullodger said:

Such a shame tenants don't require references from previous tenants on landlords or agents.  As legal to ask for as landlords wanting references on tenants.

The landlord is attempting to discharge a legal obligation to ensure tenant safety. Why would this result in a negative reference between tenants?