Housing & Tenancy

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £295.05 Weekly

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the rent at £295.05 per week based on the open market value of the property.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Residential Property

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a residential property, considering factors like the lack of central heating and basic amenities. The final rent was set at £14,112 per year, following the Rent Act 1977 regulations.

First-tier Tribunal Appoints Manager for Retirement Complex

The First-tier Tribunal decided to appoint a manager for a retirement complex because the freehold owner was in liquidation. This ensures the complex is properly managed.

Fixed Service Charge Not Prohibited Payment Under Tenant Fees Act

First-tier Tribunal Grants Unconditional Dispensation for Urgent Works

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £203 per week for a tenant's property, following calculations based on the Rent Act 1977 and the latest Retail Price Index (RPI).

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent of £316.00 Per Week

Tribunal Rules on Service Charges for Churchman House

Market Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy

Fair Rent Determination for a Property Under the Rent Act 1977

Financial Penalty Reduced in Tenancy Case

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Fair Rent for Property

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, taking into account the property's condition and the local housing market. The new rent is £175 per week, effective from January 13, 2025.

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Cambridge Flat

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new market rent of £1400 per month for a ground-floor flat in Cambridge. They considered the quality and location of similar flats in the area to make their decision.

Tenant Successfully Challenges Service Charges in First-tier Tribunal

A tenant challenged the reasonableness and payability of service charges imposed by the landlord. The tribunal reviewed the estimates for insurance and repairs and found them to be excessive. The tribunal also found that the interest rate obtained by the landlord on service charge deposits was inadequate. The tribunal ordered a reduction in the estimated costs of insurance and repairs.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Lease Premium

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the appropriate premium for a new lease based on the valuation of the property and the freehold. The tribunal considered various factors including the existing lease value and the freehold value to determine the final premium.

Financial Penalty Reduced for Unlicensed HMO

Tenant Found Liable for Service Charges Under Lease Agreement

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