Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Service Charges Found Reasonable and Payable
Tribunal Grants Urgent Repairs Dispensation at Havengore House in Leigh-on-Sea
Tribunal Sets £178/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Norwich
The Tribunal decided on a new fair rent for a property, taking into account market conditions and statutory limits. The decision was made according to the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
Tenant Found Liable for Service Charges and Administration Fees
Tribunal Grants £10,164 Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs in Greenford
First-tier Tribunal Extends Manager's Appointment for Two Years
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenancy Using Specific Formula
First-tier Tribunal Grants Lease Variation for Reserve Fund and Insurance
The First-tier Tribunal varied the leases to allow for a reserve fund and to update insurance covenants, ensuring better financial planning and insurance coverage for the leaseholders.
Tribunal reduces service charges for assured tenancy in Tadcaster
The First-tier Tribunal ruled on the reasonableness of various service charges and costs under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The decision included adjustments to a person premiums, roof repair costs, and management fees.
First-tier Tribunal Upholds Increase in Mobile Home Fees
Tribunal Sets £2,100 Freehold Price for Assured Tenancy in Dudley
Tribunal Sets £249/Week Rent for Assured Tenancy in Kennington
Tribunal Sets £620/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Sydenham
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £620 per month for a property in London. They considered the property's condition and local rental values to determine the fair rent.
Tribunal sets £1,250/month rent for assured tenancy in Addiscombe
Tribunal sets £700/month rent for assured tenancy in Manchester
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy after reviewing the property's condition and the agreement between the tenant and landlord. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.