What is a Dilapidations Protocol?
The Dilapidations Protocol for terminal stages of dilapidation has been developed by the Property Litigation Association. It outlines a step-by-step process for both tenants and landlords to handle the problem of terminal dilapidation in an open and non-confrontational manner, in the hope of avoiding litigation and, where necessary, for a quick settlement of claims. The protocol is an excellent way to manage this challenging and complex problem. The Dilapidations Protocol for Terminal Stages of Dilapidation was prepared as a resource for landlords and property managers, and the protocol itself will hopefully become a valuable reference tool for all concerned.
The protocol begins with an overview of the history and context of this problem. The Property Litigation Association (PLAA) was formed in 1997 by three representatives from different landlord groups. These representatives met at a hotel in London's Covent Garden. They had decided that the time had come to find a solution for property owners who had suffered damage due to tenant misuse of communal property. They decided that the only real answer was to form a body specifically designed to oversee and protect tenants and landlords in the UK. In addition, they wanted a legal professional to act as a single focal point for communication between landlords and tenants in the interests of a mutually beneficial partnership. Ultimately, these three members were able to agree on several principles that would form the basis of the Dilapidations Protocol.
While the Dilapidations Protocol for Terminally dilapidated properties do not offer a comprehensive review of the issues that are faced by tenants in the UK, it is important to note that the majority of landlords and property managers have to cope with these issues daily. As such, it is important to understand how a problem can be handled and the best way to do so. The Dilapidations Protocol for Terminally dilapidated properties will serve as a valuable reference tool, providing the guidance necessary to address these issues more successfully.
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