Social Landlord Service: Rechargeable repairs policy

6.Tenants opting to undertake repairs

1. 6.1.Tenants have the option of employing their own tradesmen to carry out repairs that they are responsible for. The Tenants and Leasehold Alterations Policy outlines when permission is required to undertake repair works.
2. 6.2.If the repair relates to gas or electrics the work must be completed by a NICEIC qualified and competent electrician or Gas Safe Registered engineer. The tenant  must provide a copy of the completion certificate for all works completed. Certificates should be posted to the Council marked for the attention of The compliance Team or emailed to [email protected].
3. 6.3.If the repair is classed as an emergency the council will carry out the repair to ensure tenant and leaseholder safety and the cost will be recharged to the tenant or leaseholder.