Housing & Tenancy

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.

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Fair Rent for Property Condition

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4135226

Tribunal Grants £44,049.60 Fire Safety Works Dispensation for High-Risk Building in London

Emergency Repairs to Sea Wall Granted Exemption from Consultation Requirements

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to perform emergency repairs on a sea wall without consulting tenants first. The repairs were necessary to prevent the sea wall from collapsing and causing potential harm to people or property.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Gutter Works

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent gutter works. The works were deemed necessary to ensure the safety and upkeep of the building. The Tribunal found that there was insufficient time to consult with the leaseholders prior to issuing the instruction.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Necessary Gutter Works

Tribunal sets £7,748.70 rent repayment for unlicensed HMO in London

The First-tier Tribunal granted a partial rent repayment order to the tenant after finding the landlord operated an unlicensed HMO. The order was for 70% of the rent paid during the period of the offense. Judge Adrian Jack presided over the case.

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Tenant's Liability for Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant is not responsible for paying costs associated with a person and accountants. However, the tenant must pay 20% of the costs related to the main building. This decision was based on the terms of the lease and the specific circumstances of the case.

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Works Due to Safety Concerns

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Payability of Service Charges

First-tier Tribunal Assesses Reasonableness of Service Charges

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Protected Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent of £910.00 per month for a protected tenancy. The decision was based on the property's condition, location, and market comparables, while ignoring tenant improvements and disrepair.

Tribunal Grants £7,680 Dispensation for Urgent Balcony Fire Safety Works in London

Rent Assessment for Supported Accommodation Unit

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for a supported accommodation unit. They considered the market conditions and the services provided by the landlord, setting the rent at £364.82 per week starting from April 1, 2024.

Tribunal Sets £779.50 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Brixton

Tribunal Sets £273.11 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal Sets £544.50/Month Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £135.59 weekly rent for assured tenancy in Preston

Tenant Wins Partial Rent Repayment Order Due to Lack of License

The First-tier Tribunal granted a partial rent repayment order to the tenant because the landlord failed to obtain a required license for the property, as mandated by the Housing Act 2004 and the Housing and Planning Act 2016.