If you’re involved with a Residents’ Management Company (RMC) or a Right to Manage (RTM) company, there will come a time when major lift works are necessary to avoid significant breakdowns and extended outages.
Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, as amended by the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002, any works costing over £250 per leaseholder require a Section 20 notification process.
Consultation with Residents
For major lift works, a Section 20 Notice is essential. This involves clearly outlining the project plans, objectives, costs, and timelines to leaseholders. Providing accurate information is crucial to gain acceptance, as major works can be costly and contentious.
Property managers, RMCs, and RTMs should hold early meetings with residents. Those unable to attend should be kept informed via emails or leaflets to ensure a transparent and effective consultation process. Responding to written comments from leaseholders is also important.
Getting the Specifications Right
A well-specified project has two main benefits:
- It ensures the lift meets or exceeds client expectations.
- It addresses only necessary areas, avoiding unnecessary costs for flat owners.
Clear specifications allow lift contractors to provide accurate pricing, ultimately saving residents money. A specialist consultant can draft a full project specification to meet contractual and technical requirements.
Consultation Meetings
Traditionally held face-to-face, these meetings are increasingly conducted online for convenience and safety. Online meetings allow more participants to attend and facilitate easy sharing of project information by the specialist consultant.
Expert Advice
ARDENT Lift Consultancy offers independent lift survey reports, assessing current equipment conditions, operational issues, energy consumption, lifespan predictions, and budget recommendations. We also conduct follow-up consultation meetings to discuss findings and plan necessary actions.
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