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Introduction Unfortunately damp, cold and musty houses are still all too common in Scotland.
The Law however says that tenants whether local authority or private, should live in a warm and dry environment and that where they don't, the landlord may be liable in damages. The Law also says that where people other than the tenant, such as children who live in the house, are affected by damp, the Landlord may be liable in damages. The Law protects both the tenant and any other residents. This section considers the issues of damp and cold homes and tells you what you can do about it. Dampness Dampness may be the result of a number of design faults in the building.