
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
The First-tier Tribunal decided that certain service charges and late payment fees are not payable. The Tribunal also refused the claimant's request to challenge additional charges.
The First-tier Tribunal ruled on a tenant's challenge to service charges for major works and roof repairs. They found the sum of £3,448.80 payable for the 2017 works and the 2021 roof repairs reasonable, while prohibiting the recovery of legal costs in the service charge.
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a one-bedroom flat in St Day, setting it at £562.50 per month, effective from June 5, 2024. The decision took into account the current market conditions and the tenant's ability to pay.
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the maximum fair rent for a tenant's property, setting the rent at £635.34 per month after considering changes in the Retail Price Index and variable service charges.
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent lift repairs in a multi-unit property, noting that the a person supported the works and no objections were raised.
The First-tier Tribunal has decided on a fair rent of £645 per month for a rented property in London. The decision was made under the Rent Act 1977 and ensures the rent is fair and not excessive.
The First-tier Tribunal granted dispensation from consultation requirements for the landlord due to urgent roof repairs. The repairs were necessary to prevent further water damage and potential health and safety risks.
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs to prevent water damage. The a person were notified and agreed with the application.
The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the pitch fee increase to 9% due to high inflation and reduced amenity. The decision was made in a case involving a a person home owner and a resident. Judge a person presided over the case.
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that certain electricity charges for the communal boiler were unreasonable and not payable by the tenant. The decision was based on the landlord's admission that these charges were incorrectly included in the tenant's service charge account.