Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
First-tier Tribunal Determines Service Charges Owed Under Leases
The First-tier Tribunal decided that tenants must pay service charges under their leases. The charges were based on costs incurred by the landlord for property maintenance. The respondents did not attend the hearing.
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property Considering Condition and Scarcity
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, setting it at £27,720 per year. They took into account the property's condition and the availability of similar properties in the area.
First-tier Tribunal Rules Tenant Has Breached Lease Covenants
First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £650, which includes some services but excludes water rates and council tax. This decision applies from May 28, 2025.
First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent under Rent Act 1977
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Gas Supply Agreement
Tenant Secures Manager Appointment Over Landlord's Breach
Reasonableness of Service Charges and Reserve Fund Contributions Decided by Tribunal
Market Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
First-tier Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Property
First-tier Tribunal Grants Urgent Repairs Dispensation Without Consultation
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Chimney Repairs
First-tier Tribunal Sets Freehold Premium Under Leasehold Reform Act
First-tier Tribunal Sets Freehold Premium Under Leasehold Reform Act
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the amount a tenant must pay to purchase the freehold of their a person. The decision was based on a valuation report submitted by the tenant.