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EWS1 Certificate and planned works

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Fifi80 · 20/07/2023 09:28

Hello,

We are FTHB and are currently in the process of purchasing a leasehold flat. The building is an ex-council. We've just received the management pack which indicates that there is no EWS1 Certificate and that works are planned.

I'm wondering if any of you have had experience with similar situations, particularly with regard to the funds and time required for such work. This news has been a bit of a setback, as everything seemed to be going smoothly up until now. We offered 10k above the lower asking price range, but now feel a bit deflated and are concerned about future costs, which can't be known at this point.

This is our only option for getting on the property ladder, so we are trying to assess the risks involved. Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

[Title edited by MNHQ at OP's request]

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PragmaticWench · 20/07/2023 11:24

I'd repost with EWS1 in your title, or ask MNHQ to rename this post, so you attract people who might know about the certificate process.

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Fifi80 · 20/07/2023 12:28

@PragmaticWench That’s a good point, thank you.

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MinnieMountain · 20/07/2023 13:57

Unless you have definite costs from section 20 notices and can agree a major works retention, walk away.
I’m sorry but it could potentially be very costly.
What does your conveyancer say? I expect they’re waiting for more information.

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Fifi80 · 20/07/2023 14:13

@MinnieMountain tgank you. Yes, we are waiting for further details. How costly are we talking about? In the thousands?

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MinnieMountain · 20/07/2023 14:53

Probably, but that’s something only your conveyancer can tell you.

Fretfulmum · 20/07/2023 22:05

Can you even get a mortgage without a EWS1? That’s poor form of the estate agent to not advise you of this when you viewed.
I would walk away from this. Planned works costs can spiral out of control. They’ll increase the service charge year on year to pay for this.

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Fifi80 · 21/07/2023 08:11

@Fretfulmum thanks. Our mortgage will be with Halifax and they didn’t requested the certificate. So I’m mainly concerned about the costs.

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RoseBucket · 21/07/2023 08:13

How many stories high is the block?

RoseBucket · 21/07/2023 08:15

Some advice here, not all buildings require them https://goodmove.co.uk/how-to/how-to-check-if-my-building-require-an-ews1-certificate/#:~:text=Generally%2C%20if%20you%20live%20in,EWS1%20forms%20are%20actually%20required.

How To Check If My Building Require An EWS1 Certificate

Learn how to check if my building requires an EWS1 certificate. Good Move helps in providing tips and advice on selling your property.

https://goodmove.co.uk/how-to/how-to-check-if-my-building-require-an-ews1-certificate/#:~:text=Generally%2C%20if%20you%20live%20in,EWS1%20forms%20are%20actually%20required.

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Fifi80 · 21/07/2023 14:51

@RoseBucket thank you for the link. The building has 7 stories including lower ground and ground.

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