Any landlords on here ever had issues with DPS?

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  1. Jack Tatty

    Jack Tatty Well-Known Member

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    Had a tenant who has caused some damage to property i discovered following a property inspection.

    Long story short tenant wanted bond back in disputed because of what repairs would cost to deal with damage and this caused a dispute with DPS. I forwarded photographic evidence of damage for DPS to evaluate.

    After 4 weeks to mull it over I have had a reply saying bond awarded to tenant as evidence provided was not sufficient.

    Can't be appealed and decision stands.

    Anyone else had any issues?
     
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    Unless you agreed a photographic schedule of condition detailing the state of the property prior to letting it out, you might be on dodgy ground.
     
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    x11barnsley Well-Known Member

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    I agree with WF3 Red entirely.
    Can also confirm that the DPS won’t consider an appeal after they’ve made a decision
     
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    No, never had any issues.

    Although, I'm not a landlord either.
     
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    We use a very good property letting agent, maybe worth a shout for future lettings.. But, they may also be able to provide some guidance on this and if there's any option to appeal etc.


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