September 2013 - Bron Afon

Lettable Standard for Void Properties
This is the minimum standard to which all homes should be brought up to before being
re-let. It is the standard which makes a property safe and secure for occupation.
Technical specifications are included below.
We will carry out any essential repairs and/or Health & Safety checks that require
completing prior to re-letting. The primary objective of the Void process is to return the
property for re-let in the shortest possible time. It is a “repair and safety check” process
only. Works that are not essential to do before letting such as routine repairs and that of
planned or cyclical nature will be dealt with when the property is occupied under our
usual responsive and programmed maintenance procedures, within timescales provided
to the new tenant.
The pre-void inspection form completed during the notice period will provide further
detail and specific instructions for each property.
On receiving the keys to the void property, checks will be made to ensure any
outstanding essential repairs are incorporated into the voids schedule.
Area
External
Site Clearance
Lettable Standard
The interior and exterior of the property (including loft space), and
garages let with the property, are to be cleared of all former tenant
belongings and debris including furniture, carpets, laminate flooring,
non-approved fixtures and fittings, sheds/stores/greenhouses etc.,
and general garden rubbish.
The cost of removing and disposal of tenant abandoned items such
as furniture, carpets, laminates, appliances, vehicles and scrap metal
etc., along with any associated works to “make good” will be charged
to the former tenant in accordance with the Recharge Policy.
Cleaning
Cracks
Where evidence exists of needles, faeces or bodily fluids,
arrangements will be made for the property to be cleared of all
contaminants by specialist cleaners before contracted works
commence.
Major structural and dangerous cracks in the external envelope of the
building will be assessed and appropriate technical advice will be
sought on rectifying faults with any necessary works being
programmed accordingly.
Any visible aesthetic cracks to interior finishes will be left and dealt
with via the decoration packs.
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