Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Upholds £8,125 Fine for Unlicensed HMO Operation in Portsmouth

The First-tier Tribunal upheld a financial penalty of £8,125 imposed on a property owner for failing to license their property as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) as required by the a person. The Tribunal found that the owner's actions constituted a relevant housing offence.

Claimant Successfully Obtains Right to Manage Property Despite Procedural Issues

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Roof Repairs Under Section 20ZA

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy After Adjustments

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Tenancy Dispute

Emergency Repairs to Stone Wall Exempted from Consultation Requirements

Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent fire safety works in mixed-use building

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process for a person regarding urgent fire safety works. The works were deemed necessary to comply with enforcement notices and address significant health and safety risks.

First-tier Tribunal Orders Rent Repayment for HMO Licensing Violation

The First-tier Tribunal ordered a rent repayment for two tenants because the landlord failed to get a license for their home, which was classified as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). Despite the landlord's good reputation, he was unaware of the licensing requirement and did not apply for a license until after the tenancy ended. The Tribunal decided on a partial repayment of the rent paid during the period the property was unlicensed.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy Under Rent Act 1977

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a tenancy, setting it at £293.50 per week after considering the property's condition and lack of central heating.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy Agreement

Tribunal Sets £281/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation in Winchester

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Heat Pump Works

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent repairs to heat pumps in a retirement complex. The decision ensures that the building remains habitable and safe for elderly residents.

Tribunal Grants £5274 Dispensation for Urgent Repairs to Address Water Ingress in London Flat

Consent Order Withdraws Application to Vary Remediation Order

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Repairs to Monitoring System

Freehold Purchase Sum Set at £1 Due to Untraceable Landlord

Tribunal Sets £213/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £213 per week for a property. They used the latest Retail Price Index figures to calculate the rent, ensuring it is fair and reasonable.

First-tier Tribunal Allows RTM Company's Claim to Manage Property

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the claimant a company was allowed to manage the property, rejecting claims from another a company. The decision was based on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

First-tier Tribunal Rules Service Charges Unpayable Due to Non-compliance

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the service charges claimed by the tenant are not payable because the landlord did not follow the court's directions properly. This means the tenant does not have to pay these charges.