The Association

Having a recognised tenants association gives a stronger voice to those owning apartments on a leasehold basis. Read below to find out about the basics.

What is an RTA

 

 

According to the Leaseholder Advisory Service:


“A tenants’ association is a group of tenants (normally leaseholders) who hold houses or flats on leases/tenancies from the same landlord on similar terms. A Recognised Tenants’ Association is one where the members have come together to represent their common interests so that the association can act on the tenants’ behalf, and which has been recognised for the purposes of section 29 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. An association is recognised either by notice in writing from the landlord to the secretary of the association, or by application to a First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)”.

 

What are the benefits of having a Recognised Tenants’ Association?

 

Achieving a certificate of recognition confers the legal right to demand information on service charges and receipts, be part of the appointment process of a managing agent and have a a bigger say in various aspects.