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opinion writing in landlord and tenant

RE: WILLIAM WORDSWORTH

OPINION



1. I am asked to advise Mr. Wordsworth as to the extent of his landlord’s duty to keep the premises in repair and as to his landlord’s liability if in breach of that duty, as well as the damages Mr. Wordsworth is likely to recover following his landlord’s breach of duty.

Facts

2. Mr. Wordsworth has started a lease for a term of 3 years on the 4th January 1974. Since October 2001 Mr. Wordsworth has encountered certain problems regarding his roof and gutters which have started to leak and pour into the house. The pouring water has been affecting the internal plaster, to the extent that part of his bedroom ceiling has collapsed, damaging his carpet underneath and a dressing table. Mr. Wordsworth has also been having problems with his windows, particularly those in this bathroom and in his kitchen which are very difficult and dangerous to open. Despite several requests, Mr. Wordsworth’s complaints have never been dealt with pro...

Posted by: Margaret Rowden

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