Structural defects at Clarion Housing
If you rent from Clarion Housing and your structural defects problem has been left unfixed, the law sets clear deadlines for getting it put right, and you may have a claim. Here is what Clarion Housing must do and how to act.
Why this matters
Clarion's scale is also its weakness: tenants regularly report being passed between regional teams without anyone taking ownership of a repair. When complaints stall, Awaab's Law deadlines are still ticking, and Clarion's published repairs satisfaction scores sit below the sector median. Specifically for structural defects, Collapse risk, life-threatening in extreme cases is a recognised health risk under Section 11(1)(a), Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 + Defective Premises Act 1972, and Clarion Housing have a legal duty to act.
The legal anchor
Section 11(1)(a), Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 + Defective Premises Act 1972 gives you the right to repairs in a reasonable time. Under Awaab's Law (in force October 2025), Clarion Housing have a significant-hazard duty under Awaab's Law: 10 working days to investigate, then 5 working days from the end of that investigation to complete the safety work from the moment you reported the problem.
What to gather
- Photograph cracks with a ruler or coin for scale
- Photograph the same crack 2 weeks apart to show movement
- Get a structural engineer's letter if you can, costs ~£200, often recoverable
Contact: Clarion Housing complaints team (visit their website for the current address)
FAQs
Can I claim against Clarion Housing for structural defects?
Yes. Clarion Housing have a legal duty under Section 11(1)(a), Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 + Defective Premises Act 1972. If you've reported the problem and they've ignored you, you can claim compensation and force the repair. How much you could get depends on how long it went on, how serious it was, and any effect on your health.
How long do Clarion Housing have to fix structural defects?
Under Awaab's Law, Clarion Housing must act within a significant-hazard duty under Awaab's Law: 10 working days to investigate, then 5 working days from the end of that investigation to complete the safety work. If the problem is dangerous (24-hour emergency category), they must act immediately.
What if Clarion Housing have already inspected but done nothing?
An inspection alone doesn't satisfy Awaab's Law. The clock keeps ticking until the repair is done. Keep records of every inspection date and outcome.
Do I need a solicitor to claim against Clarion Housing?
You don't have to use one. You can pursue a complaint yourself. We offer a no-win-no-fee panel of SRA-regulated solicitors. UK's largest housing association by stock (125,000 homes, 360,000 residents). First consumer inspection found weaknesses in Safety & Quality and Transparency standards, C2 grade.
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Closing thought
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