Gas Inspection Letter 4 — Legal Action Notice

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Ref: LH-LT-014
Last updated: 15 March 2026
Printed: 8 October 2026

Gas Inspection Letter 4 — Legal Action Notice

Formal notice that a court order will be sought for access

Landlord Handbook
Updated 15 March 2026
England & Wales
Annual Access

[Landlord/Agent name and address]

[Date]

Dear [Tenant's name(s)],

Re: [Property address] — Gas Safety Inspection — Notice of Legal Action

Despite three previous letters dated [date 1],[date 2], and [date 3], you have failed to allow access for the annual gas safety inspection. The deadline given in my last letter has now passed.

Legal Action Being Taken

I am now taking the following steps:

  • Court application for access: I am instructing solicitors to apply to the County Court for an injunction requiring you to allow access for the gas safety inspection. You will be liable for all court costs and legal fees.
  • Section 8 Notice: A Section 8 Notice Seeking Possession will be served on you on the grounds of breach of tenancy agreement (Ground 12).
  • HSE referral: I am reporting the matter to the Health and Safety Executive, who have independent powers to require access to the property.

Final Opportunity

If you contact me on [phone number] or [email address] within24 hours of the date of this letter and agree to allow access for the gas safety inspection within the next 48 hours, I will consider whether to delay the court application.

This is your final opportunity to resolve this matter without court proceedings.

Yours sincerely,

[Landlord/Agent name]
[Contact details]

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