Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Rent Determination for Assured Shorthold Tenancy Judged by First-tier Tribunal
Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Rural Norfolk Flat
Tribunal Sets £193.18 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Witney
Tribunal Grants £21,311.21 Dispensation for Consultation Requirements in Lewisham Property
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for major works. The decision was made by Judge M Jones, who determined that the tenant did not suffer any harm due to the landlord's actions.
Tribunal sets new rent for assured tenancy at £1600
Tribunal Allows £3456 Roof Repairs Without Full Consultation Requirements
Tribunal Allows Landlord to Bypass Consultation for Energy Supply Agreements in London Borough of Tower Hamlets
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process for entering into long-term agreements for energy supply, citing the impracticality of adhering to the statutory consultation process due to market volatility.
Tribunal Sets £236/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent of £236 per week for a property under a protected tenancy. They took into account the property's condition and compared it to similar properties in the area.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Interim Charge for Major Works
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay an interim service charge for major works if the statutory consultation process has been followed. The claimant's a person regarding minor service charge arrears was dismissed.
Tribunal Allows Landlord to Bypass Consultation for Energy Contracts in Tower Hamlets
Tribunal Sets £50,560.40 in Service Charges for Assured Tenancy in Surrey
The First-tier Tribunal decided that the service charges claimed by the property manager were reasonable and payable. The charges were challenged by one of the tenants, but the Tribunal found them to be in line with the Management Order and the lease terms.
Tribunal Sets Rent at £3200 Per Month Based on Market Conditions
First-tier Tribunal Grants Fire Safety Dispensation to Landlord
Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation for Property in Peterborough
Tribunal Grants Landlord Permission for Urgent Lift Repairs in Newcastle
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent lift repairs, prioritising the safety of the building's occupants.
Rent Adjusted Due to Property Condition and Accessibility Issues
Tribunal Sets £954.50 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Cricklewood
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Reasonableness of Service Charges for Leaseholders
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of service charges and administration charges for a person. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
Tribunal Sets £2,585 Service Charge for Flat in Hampstead
In this case, a tenant challenged the payment of certain service charges. The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a specific amount was payable for the year 2020, but rejected other charges.
Service Charges Determined Payable Under Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
The Tribunal decided that service charges, including cleaning costs and insurance charges, are payable if they are fair and reasonable according to the lease agreement and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The decision was made by Judge Timothy Cowen.