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This is the GSA Way Episode #7 - GreenSquareAccord’s (Un)affordable Housing
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In this episode of This is the GSA Way, we tackle the pressing issue of GreenSquareAccord’s (un)affordable housing and the recent service charge increases affecting residents.
Residents have received alarming letters outlining how their housing provider has exceeded budget limits, resulting in unexpected costs being passed on to them. We break down the shocking figures, including:
Lift Repairs: £28,000, Ongoing Day-to-Day Repairs: £16,000 & Emergency Lighting: £9,000 (totalling £25,000), Management Administration Costs: £7,000 for poor communication and record-keeping, Communal Cleaning: £5,000, raising questions about service efficiency, Refuse Charges: £322, despite reports of fly-tipping due to inadequate bin storage!
We discuss the implications of not receiving a Section 20 Notice, which legally mandates prior consultation for costs exceeding £250 per tenant.
We also cover the quickest response from GreenSquareAccord yet and the lack of feedback from our MP and local Labour councillor, but highlight the support from independent councillor!
As more residents across the GSA network come forward with similar concerns, we encourage anyone affected to get in touch. A new support page will be available soon on the GSA Resident Support site, alongside resources from SHAC.
Additionally, we address comments from Ruth Cooke and the absence of apologies following the Housing Ombudsman’s findings.
Remember, complaining is essential for holding housing providers accountable. As major stakeholders, residents must demand accountability and transparency to prevent the costs of mismanagement from being passed onto us.
Tune in for a detailed discussion and stay informed! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more updates on social housing issues.
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