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Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Jun 2024

Tribunal Grants £45,296 Service Charge Dispensation for Converted Property in Gateshead

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 May 2024

Tribunal Sets £210/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rent for a property, setting it at £210 per week. They considered the property's condition, recent improvements, and the current market value to determine the fair rent.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Apr 2024

Tribunal Sets £161.50 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £161.50 per week for a property, taking into account various factors and using the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2024

Tribunal Sets £684/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Herne Bay

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, taking into account the property's condition, lack of central heating, and its location. The rent was set at £684.00 per month, effective from 12 April 2024.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Jun 2024

Tribunal Orders £2,842.20 Rent Repayment for Unlicensed HMO in Brighton

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 May 2024

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Improvement Notice for Fire Safety Measures

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 May 2024

Tribunal Sets £17,500/year Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in 1904 Mansion Block

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 May 2024

Tribunal Orders £8688.52 Rent Repayment for Unlicensed HMO in London Borough

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a landlord must repay rent to tenants if they manage an unlicensed HMO. The tenants successfully argued that the landlord violated the Housing Act 2004 by failing to obtain a license for the HMO.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Apr 2024

Tribunal Sets £2,439/Quarter Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair a person for a rented property using the a person Act 1977. They calculated the a person to be £2,439.00 per quarter, effective from April 12, 2024. The decision was based on the market a person and relevant deductions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Apr 2024

Tribunal sets £1,462/month rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the rent from £1,485 to £1,462.50 after inspecting the property and considering its condition, applying the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Apr 2024

First-tier Tribunal Allows Service Charge for Major Works

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Service Charges Including Reserve Fund

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the management company can collect service charges including a reserve fund as long as the lease agreement allows it. The decision was made by Judge P a person.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 May 2025

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property Considering Scarcity

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Sept 2024

First-tier Tribunal Limits Landlord's Costs Recovery Through Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal ruled on limiting the recovery of landlord's costs through service charges under lease agreements. This decision affects how landlords can recover costs from tenants.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2024

Tribunal Sets £675/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Plymouth

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2024

Tribunal Sets £800/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Gloucester

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent of £800 per month for an assured tenancy, considering factors like the property's condition and similar rents in the area.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2024

First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent at £1,034 per month

The First-tier Tribunal set a fair a person of £1,034 per month for a property, applying the a person Acts (Maximum Fair a person) Order 1999. The decision took into account the property's condition, location, and market a person levels in the area.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 May 2024

First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent of £90 per week for property

The First-tier Tribunal has decided on a fair rent of £90 per week for a rented property. This means the tenant will pay this amount weekly, excluding water rates and council tax but including fuel charges. The decision was made on April 11th, 2024, after considering the relevant legislation.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 May 2024

Tribunal sets fair rent of £710 per month below max limit

The Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £710 per month for the tenant, effective from April 2024. This rent is below the maximum fair rent limit set by the Rent Acts. The decision was made by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·16 May 2024

First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent of £87.00 per week under Rent Act 1977

The First-tier Tribunal has decided on a fair rent of £87.00 per week for a property, effective from April 11, 2024. This decision was made under the Rent Act 1977, ensuring the rent is fair and reasonable.

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