Who is responsible for damp?
The landlord is responsible if:
- the damp is caused by a structural defect in the property
- the property lacks damp proofing
- the property is poorly ventilated
- there is a hole in the roof
In order to get the landlord to carry out the work, it may be necessary to show that the damp is affecting your health.
In some cases the landlord may not be responsible for the damp. Damp caused by condensation due to clothes being dried inside rooms or by an ineffective heating system may be the responsibility of the tenant. In these circumstances tenants should seek advice to establish who is responsible for repairs.
