Accessing council properties

Stock condition surveys

We need to visit council properties every 5 years to carry out a stock condition survey.

This records and assesses the age, condition and remaining lifespan of the key areas of your property including your:

• roof
• doors and windows
• kitchen
• bathroom
• heating

This is so we can understand the condition of our housing stock and plan future work.

You need to allow reasonable access to the property as part of your tenancy. Properties without a survey may not be included in future replacement programmes.

If you're due to have a survey, we'll send out a letter confirming how you can pre-book an appointment. If you haven't had a recent survey you can pre-book by calling:

• Corby area - 07850 324600
• Kettering area - 07850 324629

Our surveyors may also visit unannounced. All of our staff carry photo ID for your security. If you are in any doubt, ask them to wait outside while you confirm their identity on the phone numbers above.

Last updated 13 March 2025