About us
HAD is a multi-award winning independent architectural practice and have years of experience in preparing UKBA housing inspection surveys to satisfy the requirements of the UKVI for Entry Clearance into the UK. Unlike other independent property inspection providers, HAD are qualified building and property experts and prepare housing inspection surveys for immigration purposes to ensure special care is taken during every step of the report process so that our customers receive only the best service we can offer. When we receive your request, we will immediately set to work, to ensure you receive a fast and professional service.
What is a UKBA housing inspection survey?
A housing inspection survey is a document required by the UK Border Agency (UKVI) to demonstrate to the Entry Clearance Officer that you have obtained an assessment of the proposed accommodation for the applicant.
The housing inspection survey for immigration purposed will be required for all applications for the purpose of settlement.
Spouses and civil partners;
Fiancé(e)s and proposed civil partner;
Unmarried and same-sex partners;
Children; Parents, grandparents and other dependent relatives.
How much are UKBA housing inspection surveys in Leeds?
Housing inspection surveys in this area are £65.00, please send your details in the below form for a full professional quotation.
What do our housing inspection surveys cover?
Our housing inspection reports run to 4-5 pages in length and we have been producing housing reports for solicitors and local authorities and housing associations for many years and can always provide references if requested.
Our detailed UKBA housing inspection survey includes a detailed property description, room sizes and details on the
Sponsor and Applicant. We cover the following:
1.HOUSING Act 1985 PART X
2.HOUSING ACT 1985, PART XV111 SECTION 604 (FITNESS FOR HUMAN HABITATION)
3.THE HOUSING ACT 2004 (HA2004), HHSRS CROWDING AND SPACE HAZARDS
THE STATUTORY OVERCROWDING STANDARD
Are we qualified to carry out the housing inspection surveys for UK visa purposes?
When an application is made to the British High Commission for Entry Clearance into the United Kingdom, they request that you:
"Obtain an independent assessment of the number of rooms and occupants of the proposed accommodation. A report from a suitably qualified body certifying that a personal inspection has been carried out and giving details of accommodation inspected is usually acceptable for this purpose. Above all, the Entry Clearance officer must be satisfied that the accommodation will not become overcrowded within the definition of the Housing Act 1985 or that it will not contravene public health regulations."
We can confirm that we are an multi-award winning independent architectural surveying practice, we have been carrying out the housing inspection surveys for the home office for many years.
Practitioner’s Qualifications:
BA(Hons) (M.Arch.), Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology
Bsc (Hons) ARCH, FDA Interior & AT – Specialist in the Science of Arch
