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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.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Assured Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Assured Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Market Rent for Assured Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Rules Tenant Breached Lease Covenants on Underletting

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·17 Jun 2026

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Landlord’s Service Charge Demand

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent at £900 pcm in Assured Tenancy Dispute

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 May 2026

Tribunal Caps Shared Ownership Property's Fair Rent

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent After Tenant Improvements

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided that a new rent for a Coventry flat would be £590 per month, after considering both the condition of the property and improvements made by the tenant. The original proposed rent was higher at £700 but adjustments were made to reflect the tenant's contributions.

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

First-tier Tribunal Allows Landlord to Skip Consultation for Urgent Asbestos Work

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

Tribunal Rules Non-Owner's Service Charges Unpayable

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Major Works Consultation

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to proceed with major works at a person without consulting the tenants first. This decision was made under Section 20ZA of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which allows for dispensation if it is reasonable to do so.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

Tribunal Sets Market Rent After Tenant Improvements

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

Manchester Property: Tribunal Sets Market Rent at £1,100 PCM

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·24 Apr 2026

Landlord Can Keep Holding Deposit for Inaccurate Employment Info

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·01 Jul 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Maximum Fair Rent for Property Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Jun 2026

First-tier Tribunal Extends Manager’s Appointment Until June 2028 for Property Maintenance

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

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Service Charges for Security and Balcony Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided that a tenant must pay service charges for security services and balcony repairs if these costs are reasonable and incurred to maintain common areas as per their lease agreement with the freeholder.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Jun 2026

First-tier Tribunal rules on leaseholder's breach of repair and nuisance obligations

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·27 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Allows Tenant’s Appeal After Extending Time Limit Due to Mental Health Issues

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