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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.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 Mar 2025

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Late Financial Penalty Appeal

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·04 Mar 2025

Market Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

The Tribunal decided on the market rent for a property based on its condition and location. The tenant requested a review of the proposed rent increase, and the Tribunal considered the property's condition, setting the rent at £1,900 per month.

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

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Works

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

Claimant Secures Right to Manage Chelsea Bridge Wharf Development

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·25 Feb 2025

Rent Adjustment for Assured Tenancy Case

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

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent at £750 for Two-Bedroom Flat

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a market rent of £750 per month for a two-bedroom flat in High Wycombe, taking into account the a person's condition and location.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2025

Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £800, which will take effect from 1 September 2024.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 May 2025

Service Charges Unpayable Due to Legal Non-Compliance

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Mar 2025

Emergency Prohibition Order Rejected Due to Lack of Evidence

The First-tier Tribunal revoked an Emergency Prohibition Order because the local housing authority did not provide enough proof of an immediate danger to the health and safety of tenants. Judge a person heard the case.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 Mar 2025

First-tier Tribunal Grants Landlord Dispensation From Consulting Tenants About Major Works

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 Mar 2025

First-tier Tribunal Denies Rent Repayment Order Due to Lack of HMO Licensing

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·04 Mar 2025

Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision

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

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Service Charge Claims

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that certain service charges and administration charges demanded by the landlord were not payable by the leaseholders. The Tribunal found that the sums were unreasonable and not properly demanded, and ordered the landlord to refund the leaseholders' tribunal fees.

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

First-tier Tribunal Grants Unconditional Dispensation for Urgent Works

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to skip the usual consultation process for urgent repairs on a faulty lift in a block of flats. The decision was based on the immediate need to ensure the safety of the residents.

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

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Asbestos Removal Works

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

First-tier Tribunal Determines New Fair Rent for Camden Property

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Fair Rent for Camden Property

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·04 Feb 2025

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for London Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the fair market rent for a London property. After considering the condition of the property and ignoring the tenant's personal circumstances, the rent was set at £1,500 per month effective from 1 July 2024.

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