Housing & Tenancy

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 on Service Charges for Window Repairs

Tenant Allowed to Challenge Liability for Service Charges

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant could challenge the liability to pay service charges under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The decision was influenced by the poor condition of the stairs, which was found to be in breach of the lease agreement.

Tribunal Adjusts Service Charges for Tenants Based on Usage and Costs

Rent Determination for Tenancy Dispute - First-tier Tribunal Decision

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal allowed the landlord to bypass the usual consultation process with leaseholders for urgent roof repairs. The repairs were deemed necessary to prevent further damage to the property.

Tribunal Sets Rent at £280 Per Week Considering Tenant's Improvements

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for a large Victorian semi-detached property. They set the rent at £280 per week, starting from December 5, 2024. The decision considered the state of the property, including necessary repairs and improvements made by the tenant.

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 rent at £800 per month, starting from 30th October 2024. This decision was made after reviewing the available documentation since they couldn't inspect the property directly.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £650 per month, effective from 23rd April 2025, following the provisions of the Housing Act 1988.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

Landlord Failed to Comply with Statutory Consultation Requirements for Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the landlord did not follow proper consultation procedures before carrying out certain a person, thus limiting the service charges that a person must pay. This decision was made by Judge Bernadette MacQueen.

Market Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy

The Tribunal decided on a fair market rent of £1,600 per month for a tenant's assured tenancy, taking into account similar properties in the area and the amenities provided.

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Pitch Fee Increase Based on CPI

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Pitch Fee Increase Based on CPI

The First-tier Tribunal decided to uphold the proposed increase in the pitch fee for a mobile home based on the Consumer Price Index increase. The Tribunal rejected arguments that the increase was unreasonable due to a person deterioration or reduction in services.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Tenancy

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property Under Rent Act 1977

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent of £1229.50 for a property, following the guidelines set by the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999. This ensures the rent is fair and reasonable.

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Tenancy Management Order Application

The First-tier Tribunal rejected a tenant's a person to appoint a new manager and limit costs, ruling that the evidence did not support the need for such measures.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs Without Consultation