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The Decent Homes Standard covers the minimum standard of housing conditions for many social and private sector tenancies in England, focusing on safety, repair, thermal comfort and habitability. A solicitor practising in this area helps tenants and former tenants challenge poor conditions, pursue repairs, and resolve disputes with landlords or local authorities. They may draft and serve notices, gather evidence of disrepair, negotiate with housing providers, and, where necessary, apply to the courts or tribunals to enforce improvements or compensation. The work is shaped by housing regulations, local authority interventions, and potential entitlement to housing assistance or remedies under housing and tenancy law.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The actionable issues include unsafe and insanitary living conditions, serious disrepair, and the risk of eviction where a landlord fails to comply with the standard. A solicitor provides guidance on deadlines, the gathering of evidence, and the appropriate steps to secure meaningful improvements or remedies within the statutory framework.

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K J Smith Solicitors

4.8 946 Reviews

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Oakwood Solicitors Limited

4.8 23 Reviews

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Saleem & Co Solicitors Ltd

5.0 17 Reviews

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Atta Saleem

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Excellence throughout the process, communication was clear and efficient. Each step was made easy due to the support on offer. If you want a fast sale or purchase I would highly recommend this company.

Review left by Sohaib Tanvir

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Middleton & Upsall LLP

4.6 28 Reviews

91%

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88%

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88%

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Samuel Gauntlett

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Thank you so much for all of your help and hard work with both my sale & purchase. I really appreciate it & I know it has been a ball ache at times.

Review left by Sophie & Darren

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Taylor Fordyce Limited

4.9 26 Reviews

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95%+

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95%+

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PCB Lawyers LLP

4.5 24 Reviews

83%

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82%

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82%

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Carpenter Singh

4.8 56 Reviews

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95%

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Manchesters

5.0 43 Reviews

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Dawn Solicitors Ltd

4.7 18 Reviews

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94%

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Lifetime Law Limited

4.9 15 Reviews

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DPH Legal

4.8 500 Reviews

95%

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95%

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95%

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Adams Burrows

5.0 26 Reviews

92%

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92%

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92%

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