Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal sets £212.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent of £212.50 per week for a property, taking into account the property's condition, market comparables, and scarcity in the area, while adhering to the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
Rent Assessment for Assured Periodic Tenancy
Tribunal Rejects £5,436 Chimney Works Charge for Assured Tenancy in Hull
Tribunal Partially Allows Appeal Against Improvement Notice for Flat in Folkestone
The First-tier Tribunal varied an Improvement Notice issued by a Local Authority, reducing the scope of work required to address Category 1 and 2 hazards under the Housing Act 2004. The Tribunal confirmed the Notice was properly served on the owner of the premises.
Tribunal Sets £10,920/year Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Camden
Tribunal Adjusts Rent to £1450 After Considering Property Condition
The Tribunal decided to set the rent at £1450 per month for an assured periodic tenancy, adjusting the landlord's proposed rent after considering the property's condition. This includes the property's age and state of repair.
Tribunal Sets £1,642 Service Charge for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets £1,642.07 Service Charge for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of service charges for two years, determining specific amounts payable by the tenant. The Tribunal also ensured that the landlord cannot pass their costs to tenants through service charges.
Tribunal sets 50% exclusion for landlord's costs in service charge dispute
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of service charges and the payment of an administration charge in a residential property case. The ruling was made by Judge N Hawkes.
First-tier Tribunal Sets New Mobile Home Fees Based on Statutory Presumption
The First-tier Tribunal (a person) decided on new pitch fees for mobile homes based on the statutory presumption under the Mobile Homes Act 1983, ensuring the increase was fair and not unreasonable.
Tribunal Sets £1,036/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977. They considered various factors such as comparable properties and scarcity. The fair rent was set at £1,036 per month, effective from 26 February 2025.
Tenant Loses Holding Deposit Due to False Information
Service Charges Not Payable Due to Management Company's Non-Compliance
The Tribunal decided that service charges are not payable because the management company did not follow the necessary legal procedures. This means the tenant does not have to pay certain charges.
Tribunal Rejects £15,600 Service Charge Demand for Assured Tenancy in Bedford
First-tier Tribunal Increases Pitch Fee by 4%
The First-tier Tribunal decided to increase the pitch fee for a mobile home by 4%. The decision was based on the Mobile Homes Act 1983, and the occupier was ordered to pay back the application fee.
Tribunal Grants £444.83 Rent Repayment Order for Unlicensed Property in Birmingham
Tribunal Grants £35,965 Dispensation for Urgent Fire Safety Works in London Block
Tribunal Grants £8028 Dispensation for Urgent Works in London
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process for urgent works. This decision was made because the works were urgent and could not wait for full consultation.
Tribunal Confirms £3,263.40 and £2,310.07 Service Charges Are Reasonable for London Flats
Tribunal Grants £119,200 Dispensation for Urgent Electricity Works in South East London
The First-tier Tribunal allowed an applicant to bypass the usual consultation process for urgent electrical repairs at a residential building. The decision was based on the need to restore electricity quickly to ensure residents' safety and basic services.