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Where tenants or visitors to their property have caused damage (eg. broken a window) or been negligent (eg. locked out of property) the council will charge for the cost of works to rectify the problem.
Tenants should be advised that a repair is rechargeable when reporting.
You may be asked to sign a copy of a form which outlines the works carried out and the cost. An invoice will subsequently be raised for which you will be liable. It is possible to pay for recharged repairs by instalments.
You might be able to claim back the cost of rechargeable repair done through your personal Contents Insurance. It is up to you to check your policy details to see if you are covered for accidental damage.
Contact details
Housing Services
South Derbyshire District Council
Civic Offices
Civic Way
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 0AH
Tel: 01283 595781
Online: contact form
email: repairs@south-derbys.gov.uk
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