Recently, The Observer and Inside Housing reported on a troubling case involving a tenant named Max, 38, who developed a health decline; an incurable disease due to severe disrepair in his council-managed home. After living in his property for four years, Max developed symptoms of Sarcoidosis, a serious autoimmune disease triggered by bacteria and mould exposure. This case highlights  the importance of tenants claiming compensation for unsafe living conditions which cause health decline.

What is Sarcoidosis?

Sarcoidosis is an autoimmune disease caused by exposure to bacteria and mould. It’s a serious health decline condition that can be grounds for a housing disrepair claim. If your rented accommodation is in poor condition and affecting your health, you have the right to seek legal support and claim compensation.

How Can a Housing Disrepair Claim Help Me?

Whether you’re renting privately or through social housing, landlords are legally required to carry out essential repairs. If they fail to do so, you have the right to pursue a housing disrepair claim. Legal support is available to help you fight against negligent landlords who don’t meet their duty of care.

Max’s case underscores the need for stricter consequences for landlords who neglect necessary repairs. After his health deteriorated due to the mould in his home, the disease spread to his heart and nervous system, causing severe symptoms like dry eyes, salivation issues, and coughing blood. Despite multiple letters from doctors warning the council about the health risks, no action was taken.

Is There Evidence of Health Decline from Negligent Landlords?

Max’s health decline was well-documented. In 2021, a doctor’s letter to the council highlighted the “extra risk of lung complications” posed by his living conditions. This and other medical reports emphasised the dangerous environment Max was living in, yet the council failed to act.

How Can I Claim for Housing Disrepair?

If you’re facing similar issues or health declines, Housing Helplines can help you. We specialise in Housing Disrepair Claims and work with Veritas Solicitors; experts in HDR claims. To begin the process, visit the Housing Helplines website and complete  our short checklist form. Our team will reach out to assist you soon after you submit your details.

For more information and to begin your claim, visit Housing Helplines and let us help you secure the safe living conditions you deserve.