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Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·28 Mar 2025

Tribunal sets £950/month rent for assured tenancy in Eastbourne

The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £950 per month, taking into account the property's condition and similar rents in the area.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·28 Mar 2025

Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy: Tenant Wins Reduced Rent

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for a property under an assured periodic tenancy. The Tribunal reduced the proposed rent to reflect the property's condition and improvements made by the tenant over the years.

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

First-tier Tribunal Rules Service Charge for Heating and Hot Water Reasonable

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the service charge for heating and hot water was reasonable based on the landlord's actual costs incurred during the previous year. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

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

Tribunal Sets £21,076.24 Rent Repayment for Unlicensed HMO in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jan 2025

Tribunal Grants Remediation Order Under Building Safety Act

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 Aug 2025

Appeal dismissed: HMO occupancy limit upheld

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

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4135640

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

Tribunal sets £800/month rent for assured tenancy in Nottingham

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

Tribunal sets £120 weekly rent for assured tenancy in Stockport

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 May 2025

Tenant's Challenge to Service Charges Allowed by First-tier Tribunal

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2025

First-tier Tribunal Sets Premium for Statutory Lease Extension

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

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Recoverability

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants £6,754.5 Roof Repairs Dispensation

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs. The repairs were deemed necessary and urgent to prevent further damage and health risks to the tenant.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 Jan 2026

Tribunal Sets £995/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester

The Rent Assessment Committee decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £995 per month, starting from October 18, 2024. This decision was made by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

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

Tribunal sets £735/month rent for assured tenancy in Manchester

The First-tier Tribunal has decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £735 per month, starting from October 19th, 2024. This decision follows the statutory process outlined in the Housing Act 1988.

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent at £850 for Assured Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal has determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy to be £850 per month, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision took effect on November 18, 2024.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 May 2025

Tribunal allows dispensation for urgent water ingress repairs in Flat 1

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4133407

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent of £630.63 per month for a property, effective from 7 January 2025. The decision was based on the property's condition, its location, and the current market conditions, including a scarcity allowance.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 May 2025

Tribunal Partially Allows Challenge to £1392.38 Service Charges in Isle of Wight

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·17 Mar 2025

Tribunal Sets £7,435.61 Service Charges for Listed Building in Manchester

The Tribunal decided that the service charges are reasonable and payable, ensuring the upkeep of the building. The Respondent was barred from further participation due to non-compliance with directions.

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