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Housing & Tenancy

Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Rules Tenant in Breach of Lease Terms

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 Jun 2025

Tribunal Rejects Late Appeal of Improvement Notice Due to Lack of Good Reason

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Approves 4.6% Pitch Fee Increase for Mobile Homes

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Claim for Mobile Home Pitch Repairs

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 Jun 2025

Service Charges and Administration Charges Validity Judgement

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the legality of service charges and administration charges. Certain charges were deemed invalid as administration charges but could be valid as service charges if properly demanded according to the lease agreement.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 Jun 2025

Tribunal Determines Breaches of Lease Conditions

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Jun 2025

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent at £2,200

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the market rent for a terraced house, setting it at £2,200 per month. The decision was based on evidence of similar properties in the area.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jun 2025

Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Appoints Property Manager Due to Communication Breakdown

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Gas Detection System Replacement

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jun 2025

Tenant's Lease Variations and Service Charges Settled by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal varied the tenant's lease and ordered payment of arrears and contributions to a reserve fund, resolving disputes over service charges and lease terms.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Lift Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs at a property in York. The repairs were deemed necessary to prevent further damage and potential health risks.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal rules on service charges and legal costs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 Aug 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines Payability of Service Charges and Legal Costs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 Aug 2025

Market Rent Determination for Property in First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal determined a market rent of £775 per month for a property based on written submissions and videos provided by the parties. The decision considers the condition of the property and comparable rental values in the area.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 Aug 2025

Financial Penalty Reduced for ECIR Breach in Tenancy Case

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·21 Jul 2025

First-tier Tribunal Grants Exemption for Emergency Fire Safety Works

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that emergency fire safety works at a property in Lytham St Annes could proceed without prior consultation with tenants because they were deemed urgent and necessary for safety reasons.

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