Awaab’s Law Consultation – Addressing Damp and Mould

On 9th January 2024, The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities launched Awaab’s Law consultation which outlines new legal requirements for social landlords to address health risks in the home, such as damp and mould, quicker. 

Awaab’s Law Consultation

In December 2020, two-year-old Awaab Ishak died from a respiratory condition caused by ‘extensive’ mould in his apartment, located in Rochdale. In July 2023, the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 received Royal Assent. The Act introduced Awaab’s Law, which provides strict time limits for social landlords to address hazards, such as damp and mould. These reforms have been introduced to prevent future tragedies from occurring. The latest consultation proposes new legal requirements for social housing providers to investigate hazards within 14 days, start fixing within a further 7 days, and make emergency repairs within 24 hours.

Detecting Damp and Mould

calfordseaden is working closely with Registered Providers and Building Owners to resolve housing quality issues surrounding damp and mould in their buildings.

As specialist Chartered Building Surveyors, calfordseaden is able to carry out a comprehensive survey to detect the extent to which premises may be subject to damp and mould. Should it be found, we can advise on the cause, extent, level of risk, and costs of any necessary remedial work.

For more information on addressing damp and mould, listen to our recent podcast episode which covers the different types, the assessment methods used to identify damp and mould, and our hosts’ extensive professional experiences that highlight the intricacies of the hazard.

We are able to provide advice and support should any corrective works be required. Additionally, please contact a member of our team for a consultation.