Housing & Tenancy

Tenant Entitled to Supplier Invoices for Utility Charges

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) ruled that a tenant is entitled to receive full copies of the a person invoices for electricity and water and to adjust charges if not provided with the necessary information. This decision was based on the Mobile Homes Act 1983 and the Housing Act 2004.

First-tier Tribunal Denies Claimant's Request for Costs

Tenant Successfully Challenges Unreasonable Service Charges for Buildings Insurance

A tenant successfully challenged the reasonableness of service charges for a person in a First-tier Tribunal case. The Tribunal found that the landlord's method of obtaining quotes was unreasonable and did not comply with statutory requirements.

Service Charges Determined for Ten-Year Period

The First-tier Tribunal decided on service charges for a ten-year period, adjusting for overpaid amounts. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

Leaseholders Entitled to Know Staff Salaries in Service Charges

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Property After Reviewing Evidence

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roofing Works

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to carry out urgent roofing works without consulting the leaseholders. The works were deemed necessary to prevent water damage to a flat.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Lift Works

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

Fair Rent Determination for Tenancy Under Rent Act 1977

First-tier Tribunal Appoints Manager for Jace Court Property

Fair Rent Determination for Property Under Rent Act 1977

Tribunal Adjusts Market Rent Due to Maintenance Issues

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair market rent for a property with several maintenance problems. They reduced the landlord's proposed rent from £2,400 to £1,935 per month.

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy Under Rent Act 1977

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £183.50 per week for a rented property, using a formula under the Rent Act 1977. This decision considers factors like the property's condition and amenities.

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Due to Undue Hardship

Late Rent Increase Appeal Struck Out by First-tier Tribunal

Tribunal Rejects Invalid Rent Increase Notice

Tenant Wins Challenge Against Invalid Rent Increase Notice

A tenant challenged a landlord's notice of rent increase, arguing it was invalid because it did not comply with the Housing Act 1988. The First-tier Tribunal agreed, stating it lacked jurisdiction to determine the rent increase.

Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Works

A landlord was granted dispensation from consultation requirements because the works were urgent and necessary to address water leakage issues. The tribunal recognised the urgency and potential health and safety risks associated with the works.

Leaseholders Ordered to Pay for Essential Roof Repairs