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UNIPOL CODE
The Unipol Code:
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CONTENTS
Living with a Code landlord will take the stress out of moving
The Unipol Codes- Moving out and Moving in
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Housing Hunting Help
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Bradford in the summer time
03 Worried you won't get your deposit back? To use one of the FREE adjudication services with your deposit protection scheme you need to lodge the dispute within 3 months from the end of your tenancy. So if you think you may have a problem getting your deposit back contact your scheme ASAP for advice on submitting a dispute.
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Your Code landlord will: - Provide clear written guidelines about the standard of cleaning required before you move out.
- Confirm in writing any other arrangements (eg providing proof of bill payment, check out inspections)
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- Return your deposit within 28 days or provide you with a reason for delay, along with a statement of any deductions they plan to make
Your Code landlord will:
- Let you know in writing if any works will overrun and how this might affect you
- Provide you with a copy of the Gas Safety Certificate
- Provide instructions on how to use appliances if required *The property is filthy: Most student tenancies end on the 30th of June and begin again on the 1st of July. If the property is not clean when you arrive, you will need to contact the landlord and back up with an email. The cleaner should visit within a couple of days of you notifying them. uk
- Ensure the property is ready at the start of the tenancy*
- Give you a point of contact for any emergencies
- Provide writing instructions for central heating and hot water
- Provide information about bins and recycling
The property isn’t ready for me to move in: If your bedroom or property isn’t habitable, you should be provided with alternative accommodation (if you want it). Contact the Code team if you need help: CodeComplaints@unipol.org.uk
It’s easy to check if if your landlord or agent is a member of one of Unipol’s Codes at:
www.unipol.org.uk/landlords/landlord-directory If you’re unsure, call us on 0113 243 0169 or email leedscode@unipol.org.uk
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ADVICE
Unipol Website Search
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SUMMER 2019
What’s on in Bradford this summer? If you are a continuing student or have decided to start your university experience early, here are a couple of ideas that can help you make the most out of your summer.
The Dragon Boat Festival at Roberts Park, Saltaire21st to 23rd June 2019 The Boat Festival is a charity event where groups take part in a racing challenge on the river Aire. Join the festival for fun, activities and good food. Visit: www.bradforddragonboatfestival.co. uk for more information
Bradford Festival at City Park 12- 14th July A vibrant, colourful and multicultural programme of the very best international British and local theatre, art, music and dance right into the heart of Bradford. Visit: www.bradfordfestival.org.uk
Want a house for over the summer or want to start renting from September? Are you around over the summer but have nowhere to stay? Do you simply not want to rent over the summer whilst you are not here? You can use the Unipol search engine to look for tenancies starting in September or short term lets for over the summer. Visit www.unipol.org.uk/bradford/accommodation to start your search...
SEPTEMBER LETS
Summer Lets
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The search will show up different filters. For September tenancies search 'When do you want to move in?’ then press select date and select September on the calendar. Click search.
Go down to the bottom of the search and click 'advanced search'. On the left under ''short term let' select from the options and click search.
Step 2 Search through adverts in the left column and click each one for more information.
Step 4 Search through adverts in the left column and click each one for more information. To find out more about summer lets visit www.unipol.org.uk/about/housing/summer-lets-withunipol
Ashgrove
BD7 | 2/3/4 Bed
Spacious modern flats, 2 minutes walk from campus. Well maintained with modern furnishings and appliances. Double beds, bath/ shower, separate living areas. Range of 2,3 and 4 bed properties available. Viewing is essential to appreciate these fantastic properties. Email karen.waite-pullan@futures.co.uk
Rent: 2 Bed ÂŁ85 pppw Deposit: ÂŁ300pp Contact: Karen 07749488475
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DORIS BIRDSALL Doris Birdsall is a comfortable, friendly student accommodation within walking distance of Bradford University and College. All our apartments are fully refurbished with open plan living, double en-suite bedrooms and free to use washer/dryer in each flat.
ÂŁ87 pppw fully inclusive | Tenancies start 9th September 2019 01274 436 400 / 01274 235 899
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www.unipolhousing.org.uk Visit: Unipol Housing Hub, Richmond Building, University of Bradford, BD7 1DP