The Tenement Act
Tenements and flats form a significant portion of housing in Scottish cities, originally constructed during the industrial revolution to accommodate growing urban populations. Characterized by multiple dwellings per floor with a shared entrance and stairway, many of Edinburgh’s tenements, some dating back to the 17th century, are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Over centuries, practices around shared upkeep evolved into formal legal frameworks. Today, the maintenance and repair of tenements are governed by the Tenements (Scotland) Act, which outlines common ownership responsibilities and procedures. Under Scottish law, tenement roof inspections and regular maintenance are essential, with all flat owners sharing equal responsibility for repairs. Our independent roof survey services provide unbiased assessments of roof conditions, offering clarity on necessary repairs and helping resolve disputes. When addressing tenement roof repairs, decisions must be made collectively, with costs equally divided among flat owners. Our surveys support this process, ensuring transparency and fairness for all parties involved. We are fully impartial as we do not undertake repairs from our survey findings.
Our independent roof survey offers unbiased and transparent repair assessments, helping arm new buyers or for existing owners to resolve disputes over tenement roof repairs. Decisions regarding repairs, along with billing, must be made collectively, ensuring equal contributions from all flat owners.
