PSOW (Public Services Ombudsman for Wales) Resolved / Early Resolution

Cardiff Council

PSOW-202207603 · Local Government › Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) · Decision date: 21 March 2023 · View Cardiff Council scorecard

Full Decision

Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) : Cardiff Council Report Date 21/03/2023 Case Against Cardiff Council Subject Repairs and maintenance (inc dampness/improvements and alterations eg central heating. double glazing) Case Reference Number 202207603 Outcome Early resolution Mr L complained that the Council had failed to resolve the issue of damp and mould in his property and keep him updated with any progress.

The Ombudsman decided that there had been a delay by the Council to rectify the issue and this had caused inconvenience and frustration for Mr L.

As an alternative to an investigation, the Ombudsman sought and gained the Council’s agreement to provide Mr L with an apology for the delay, provide a £50 time and trouble payment, and to complete all necessary works within 6 weeks.