Who is responsible for keeping the property in repair?
During the term of the lease with Argyle, you as the Landlord are responsible for complying with the Landlords obligations, including repairs. This is the same as if you were renting out your property directly on the private market. This is because it is a statutory requirement of the Housing Act 1985 that residential landlords are responsible for repairs. However, Argyle will carry out many minor repairs (running repairs *) as these arise. Where other repairs are required we will notify you. You will be given a period of time under your lease to complete repairs if you wish to undertake this task yourself. If you do not complete these repairs in time or, alternatively, would rather we carried these out for you, then we will make an agreed adjustment in your rent receipt. We have our own dedicated in-house repairs and building team and our costs are therefore competitive compared to outside contractors. * Running repairs are things like leaking taps, loose carpets, loose bannisters, mi
