Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Rejects Stay Request, Appoints New Property Manager
The First-tier Tribunal decided to appoint a person as the new manager for the address, rejecting the landlord's request to halt the proceedings. This decision prevents the landlord from adding any costs related to the proceedings to the service charges or administration fees.
Tenant Granted Right to Buy Freehold Interest Under Leasehold Reform Act
Tribunal Allows Dispensation of Consultation Requirements for Urgent Boiler Works
The First-tier Tribunal (a person) decided that it is reasonable to skip the usual consultation process for urgent boiler repairs. The decision was based on the urgency and necessity of the repairs.
First-tier Tribunal Rules One-off Payment as Prohibited Under Tenant Fees Act
Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy: What Tenants Need to Know
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They considered the property's condition and market value to determine a fair rent of £1,050 per month.
First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for London Property
Landlord Wins Urgent Roof Repairs Case Without Consultation
First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1350 per month, effective from 15 April 2024, following the Housing Act 1988.
First-tier Tribunal Increases Pitch Fee for Mobile Home Park
The First-tier Tribunal decided to increase the pitch fee for a mobile home park by 4.6%. This decision was based on the annual change in the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). The occupier did not oppose the increase.
Landlord Granted Dispensation from Consulting Leaseholders on Qualifying Works
Landlord Fails to Get Dispensation for Emergency Call System Upgrade
First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Repairs Due to Squirrel Damage
Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the weekly rent at £140 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from April 1st, 2024.
Tenant Association Recognised for Four Years
First-tier Tribunal Grants Claimant Non-Intrusive MSV Rights
The First-tier Tribunal granted an a person the right to conduct non-intrusive visits to assess the suitability of a property's roof for electronic communications equipment. Nominal consideration was deemed appropriate.