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Pros and cons of DIY

By: Language: English Series: Estates Gazette ; (0840) 11 October 2008, 172-173(2)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Explains how landlords can avoid the pitfalls associated with Jervis v Harris clauses, which grant the landlord powers to enforce tenant repairs. Considers the difference between Jervis v Harris clauses and landlords' remedies set out in legislation. Provides working examples of clauses allowing the landlord to inspect, serve repair notices, enter the premises and carry out repairs, and claim repayment of repair costs.

Explains how landlords can avoid the pitfalls associated with Jervis v Harris clauses, which grant the landlord powers to enforce tenant repairs. Considers the difference between Jervis v Harris clauses and landlords' remedies set out in legislation. Provides working examples of clauses allowing the landlord to inspect, serve repair notices, enter the premises and carry out repairs, and claim repayment of repair costs.