Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Refusal Order for Park Home Sale Due to Violation of Site Rules
Tribunal Sets £183/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal determined a fair rent of £183.00 per week for a property under the Rent Act 1977. This decision was based on the calculation of the maximum fair rent according to the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £1,176 Per Month
Tribunal Sets Capped Fair Rent for Tenants Under Rent Acts
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, setting it at £368 per week after applying the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999 to cap the rent. This means the rent cannot exceed £368 per week.
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £175.50 Per Week
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent of £175.50 per week for a property after considering the market rent and making adjustments based on the property's condition and amenities. This decision was made under the Rent Act 1977 and the Maximum Fair Rent Order 1999.
Tribunal Sets £190.63 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Tenant's Rent Increase Claim Rejected by First-tier Tribunal
The First-tier Tribunal dismissed a tenant's request to increase the rent for a room because the entire property was already rented out under a single agreement. The Tribunal found it had no authority to set a new rent for just one room.
Tribunal Sets £157,400 Premium for Lease Extension in London Property Case
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the premium for extending a lease. They reviewed evidence from experts representing both sides and set the premium at £157,400.
Tenant's Rent Repayment Order Claim Rejected Due to Reasonable Excuse
Tribunal sets £684/month rent for assured tenancy in Manchester
Tribunal sets £1,000/month rent for assured tenancy in Southend-on-Sea
Tenant's Variation of Management Order Granted by First-tier Tribunal
First-tier Tribunal Grants New Manager for Property
The First-tier Tribunal granted an application to vary the appointment of a manager for a a person, terminating the current manager's appointment and appointing a new one. This decision was made due to significant failings in the management of the a person by the landlord.
Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation in Gosport
First-tier Tribunal Denies Variation of Tenancy Banning Order
Tribunal Grants £100,000 Major Works Dispensation for Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for major works. This includes replacing corroded steel, rebuilding brickwork, repointing, repairing the roof, and conducting internal repairs. The decision was made under Section 20ZA of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Tenant Wins Challenge on Unreasonable Water Charges
Tenant Wins Lower Rent Due to Property Issues
The tribunal reduced the proposed rent due to dampness and condensation issues in the property, citing substandard conditions. The decision was made by Judge Bernadette MacQueen and Mr a person on December 7, bk 2023.