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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)·10 Jun 2025

Fair Rent Calculation for a Property Under the Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

Fair Rent Determination Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

Tenant Entitled to Reasonable Costs Under Section 60

In this case, the Tribunal decided that tenants are entitled to reasonable costs when requesting a new lease under the 1993 Act. The Tribunal reduced the legal and valuation costs claimed by the landlord's representatives because they were deemed excessive and included unnecessary work.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Increase Based on Property Condition

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £48,600 for Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines Maximum Fair Rent for Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Social Rented Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Residential Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·05 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Decides on Freehold Valuation and Compensation

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·22 May 2025

First-tier Tribunal Decides on Reasonableness of Service Charges

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·22 May 2025

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Asbestos Removal Works

The First-tier Tribunal granted a landlord's request to bypass consultation requirements for removing asbestos found during repairs. The decision was made because the works were deemed urgent due to health and safety risks.

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

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charges Under Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 Nov 2025

First-tier Tribunal Rules Service Charges Payable and Reasonable

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 Nov 2025

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 Nov 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines New Fair Rent for Property

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a new fair rent for a property by assessing its condition and comparing it to local market conditions. The Tribunal followed the Rent Act 1977 and considered factors like the property's state and local market conditions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Jul 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent for Property Based on Market Conditions

The First-tier Tribunal set a new weekly rent of £212 for a property after considering comparable properties in the area and the property's unique features.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Jul 2025

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Assured Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair market rent of £675 per month for a studio apartment under an assured periodic tenancy. They considered the property's condition and location when setting the rent.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Jul 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent at £337 per Week

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Jul 2025

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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

Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation Without Consultation

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process for urgent roof repairs at a property in London. The repairs were deemed necessary due to health issues and potential breaches of licensing conditions.

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