Gosh, that is awful. This council is really … well no words. I’ve just been hit with a bill for our lift, which does need done I agree, but at least they should only bill me after they finish the work. It is very stressful tho.
I’m no lawyer, but I am a journalist. If I were you I would get an independent FREE quote for the works. See if it even makes sense first. If it’s bang on I guess we don’t have a leg to stand on. I think though you may be able to fight it somehow if it’s way off.
I know, I’m not helping much here but hoping that you know you’re not the only one might help.
And let’s keep this forum lively. We may have some consortium going eventually. I’d be interested to know how you get on.