Stairs

[Barry Wand]

I own a first floor flat leasehold flat. My exterior stairs/firescape needs replacing. My lease says l am liable for the upkeep and maintenance of the stairs which l have done for the last 10 yrs. However, they now need replacing. Is my freehold landlord liable for half of the replacement costs? The outdoor stairs/firescape is sole purpose use for my first floor flat only. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[echat11]

Hi Barry

Here's some information, no doubt more advice will follow. The stairs are an escape route in case of fire (Health & Safety) so need to be replaced as soon a possible. https://england.shelter.org.uk/housi...es_for_repairs

[efpom]

Upkeep and maintenance during it's working life is not the same as replacement at the end of it. I would give your lease agreement a very close scrutiny.

[Barry Wand]

Thanks for your help and replies people. I will give my lease a very good look. Thanks again for the heads up.