Housing & Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Evaluates Reasonableness of Service Charges

Tribunal rules breaches in lease covenants for flat in London

The First-tier Tribunal found that the tenant broke several rules in their lease agreement, including making unauthorised changes to a person and failing to maintain certain conditions. The decision was made even though the tenant's estate did not participate in the proceedings.

First-tier Tribunal Denies Cost Reduction for Tenants

Tribunal Sets £350/week Rent for Assured Tenancy in Burnham

The First-tier Tribunal reduced the proposed rent for a property after considering its condition and the lack of certain amenities. The new rent includes a service charge.

Tribunal Sets Fair Market Rent for Assured Shorthold Tenancy

Tribunal Sets £1,200 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Brighton

Tribunal Sets £900/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Newhaven

The First-tier Tribunal set a new monthly rent of £900 for an assured periodic tenancy, effective from June 20, 2024, after considering the property's condition and market rates.

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

The First-tier Tribunal set a market rent of £950 per month for a property based on written submissions from both the tenant and the landlord. The Tribunal considered the property's condition and compared it to similar properties in the area.

Tribunal Sets £765/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Essex

Tribunal reduces service charges for residential property in London

Tenant Wins Service Charge Refund in First-tier Tribunal Case

Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Repairs Due to Water Ingress and Mold Hazards

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs due to water leakage and mold growth in a multi-unit building. No leaseholders objected to the application.

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent for Social Housing Property

The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the rent for a social housing property after considering its condition and comparing it to similar properties in the area. The new rent took effect from January 30, 2024.

Tribunal Sets £1550 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent at £1,250 Per Month

The First-tier Tribunal decided to set the rent for a property at £1,250 per month after considering the property's condition and comparing it to similar properties in the area.

Tribunal sets £550/month rent for assured tenancy in Bishop Auckland

Tribunal Sets £765/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4135602

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1000, excluding water rates and council tax but including other specified charges.

First-tier Tribunal Decides Right to Manage Service Charge Dispute

First-tier Tribunal Invalidates Mobile Home Pitch Fees Over Maintenance Concerns

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the pitch fee notices for several mobile homes were invalid because of poor site maintenance and limited access to amenities. Tenants successfully argued that the conditions of the site warranted a reduction in the proposed pitch fees.