Compensation for Housing Disrepair Claims

North Yorkshire Council

What you need to know

  • North Yorkshire Council manages thousands of council homes across a large rural and urban area. As a landlord, the Council has a legal duty to ensure its properties are safe, secure, and maintained to the proper standard.

  • This includes dealing with essential services such as heating, plumbing, and electrics, as well as keeping homes structurally sound and tackling hazards like damp or mould. Tenants across North Yorkshire have reported problems ranging from boiler breakdowns and roof leaks to long delays in repairs, especially in more remote communities.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we help tenants who are struggling with unresolved disrepair issues. We connect you with solicitors who specialise in housing disrepair claims against councils like North Yorkshire. All claims are run on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Find out if you’re eligible to claim against the Council for repairs and compensation.

Based on the past 6 months' average settlement, the average compensation claim is worth £1,895 – start yours today!

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What is Housing Disrepair?

For social housing tenants in North Yorkshire, disrepair means that the property is not being maintained to the legal standard required of the landlord. The law obliges the Council to keep homes structurally safe, weatherproof, and equipped with working services like heating, hot water, and electrics. 

When those duties are not met, conditions may quickly become unfit for occupation. Damp and mould can develop where insulation is poor or leaks have not been fixed. A lack of heating and hot water during winter can make a property uninhabitable. Electrical faults, such as faulty sockets or tripped circuits, can put households at risk. Structural problems, including cracked walls or defective roofing, also fall under the term ‘disrepair’. 

If you have reported these kinds of issues and North Yorkshire Council has not dealt with them, or if the same problems keep coming back after temporary repairs, you may be entitled to claim. If your case is eligible, our panel of specialist housing law solicitors will act on your behalf to ensure repairs are carried out and to recover compensation for the inconvenience and harm caused. 

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Some examples of disrepair that may qualify for compensation include:

  • Mould, fungus or dampness
  • Leaks, flooding or water damage
  • Cracks and structural damage
  • Defective roofing or gutters
  • Defective brickwork
  • Insect infestations
  • Faulty plumbing, heating and broken boilers
  • Vermin infestations (rats, mice)
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors, windows and locks

If the Council has failed to act after you reported these problems, legal action may be the only way to secure both repairs and compensation. 

All claims are pursued on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

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North Yorkshire Council Claims FAQs

Yes we can. Many tenants are unsure whether their situation qualifies, but if you have reported serious issues, like persistent damp, broken heating, or unsafe electrics, and they have not been fixed properly, this usually amounts to disrepair. Even if repairs have been attempted but the problem keeps coming back, you may still be eligible. We offer a free review of your case to help you decide. 

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint; you can complain to your landlord or refer it to the Housing Ombudsman yourself for free. 

Begin by completing our online claim form, and after that, we will contact you for a free consultation to go through your situation, what the problems are, when you reported them, and what action the Council has taken. 

If the case is suitable, we will connect you with a specialist no-win, no-fee housing disrepair solicitor. They will collect evidence, such as photographs, repair logs, or medical notes if your health has been affected. An independent survey of your home may also be arranged.

The solicitor will then write to North Yorkshire Council, and if necessary, issue legal proceedings at Court to secure both repairs and compensation. 

We work with housing solicitors who specialise in disrepair cases and who understand the responsibilities of large landlords like North Yorkshire Council. With our support, you can pursue legally enforceable repairs and claim compensation for the disruption caused by poor housing conditions. Everything is handled on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company that focuses on helping housing tenants enforce their rights. While the council complaints process and Ombudsman can be helpful, legal action is often more direct and effective. 

There is no upfront fee for assessing your case. If your claim is successful, legal fees (usually 25% of the compensation) will be deducted from the total awarded.

Full details of fees will be disclosed in the paperwork you receive from the law firm handling your case. Termination fees may apply if you end the agreement with your solicitor outside of the 14-day cancellation period. 

Timelines vary depending on the type of disrepair, how long it has been ongoing, and how quickly the Council responds once legal action starts. Some claims are resolved quickly once notice is served, while others may take longer if court proceedings are required.  

Some cases are resolved quickly, while others may take longer if court proceedings are required. If your case is accepted by one of our panel housing lawyers, they will explain timescales to you in more detail. 

If one of our panel solicitors takes on your case, they will explain the options available to you. Compensation can be awarded for a number of impacts, including: 

  • Health problems caused or worsened by poor housing conditions 
  • Belongings damaged by damp, leaks, or other disrepair 
  • Loss of use of parts of your home 
  • Stress, inconvenience, and disruption

The amount depends on your personal circumstances and the severity of the disrepair. 

The Housing Ombudsman is an independent service that investigates complaints about social landlords like North Yorkshire Council. If you have followed the Council’s complaints process and are still unhappy, you can escalate your complaint to the Ombudsman. 

The Ombudsman may recommend that repairs are completed or that compensation is paid. However, their decisions are not legally binding. If you want a guaranteed outcome, such as a Court order forcing repairs or awarding compensation, legal action through a solicitor is usually the better route. Premier Legal Assist can connect you with solicitors who act on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

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If you are a North Yorkshire Council tenant and are struggling with unresolved repairs, you don’t have to put up with poor housing conditions. If your case is eligible, with our help, you can enforce repairs and claim the compensation you are entitled to. 

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Our Client Commitment

At Premier Legal Assist, we’re here to make sure your voice is heard.

We are committed to:

  • Listening to you and treating your concerns with respect and understanding.
  • Acting quickly and fairly to assess your case and connect you with experienced housing disrepair solicitors.
  • Keeping things clear by explaining your options in plain English and avoiding technical legal jargon.
  • Supporting you throughout the claims process – no pressure, no upfront costs, no time wasting.
  • Respecting your privacy by protecting your personal data.
  • Putting your well-being first, helping you achieve the safe and secure home you deserve.

Because everyone has the right to a home that’s safe, secure, and fit to live in.

Important Information

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint, you can complain to the organisation you are complaining about directly. If the issue is not resolved, you can refer it to the relevant independent Ombudsman service for free.