Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy After Adjusting for Condition and Scarcity

The Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, considering factors like the property's condition, terms of the tenancy, and scarcity of similar properties. The rent was capped according to specific regulations.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Reasonable Costs for Tenant's Notice

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

Emergency Roof Repairs Bypass Consultation Requirements

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent at £800 for Terraced Property

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent at £450

Tenant's Cost Claim Rejected in Lease Extension Dispute

In a recent case, a tenant asked for compensation for legal fees after successfully extending their lease. However, the First-tier Tribunal ruled that the landlord's behavior was not unreasonable, and therefore the tenant's request for costs was denied.

Tribunal Uses CPI to Determine Pitch Fee Increase

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the pitch fee for a mobile home using the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) as the correct measure for the increase. The tribunal rejected arguments about the replacement of an electricity meter and the level of electricity charges.

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Based on Property Condition

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Pump Replacement

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Fire Safety Works

Rent Increase Upheld for Assured Tenancy

The tribunal reviewed a landlord's request to raise the rent of an assured tenancy. They agreed the new rent was fair and started the increase in November, considering the tenant's financial difficulties.

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property with Variable Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has set the fair rent for a property, taking into account the Retail Price Index and variable service charges. This decision ensures that the tenant pays a fair amount that reflects current economic conditions.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent of £255 Per Week

Tribunal Adjusts Rent for Assured Tenancy Based on Property Condition

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the appropriate rent for an assured periodic tenancy based on the property's condition and market comparables. The rent was set at £620 per month, effective from 1 September 2024.

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Fire Safety Works

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for essential fire safety improvements in a mixed-use building, ensuring the safety of residents without causing harm to a person.

Tenant's Rent Repayment Order Application Upheld Despite Administrative Delays

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant's application for a rent repayment order was valid even though there were some administrative delays. The Tribunal considered the application was made within the time limit allowed by law, despite the delays.

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy