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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)·03 Nov 2023

Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent beam replacement in residential property

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Nov 2023

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Dorking Property

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Nov 2023

Tribunal Sets Market Rent of £1,060 for Assured Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair market rent for a ground floor flat in Horsham under an assured periodic tenancy based solely on written submissions. The rent was set at £1,060 per month starting from August 2023.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Nov 2023

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rental Rate After Written Submissions

A tribunal decided on a new rental rate for an assured periodic tenancy after reviewing documents submitted by both the landlord and the tenant. The decision was made without an oral hearing and took into account factors like property condition and tenant-provided amenities.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

Tribunal Grants £125,000 Roof Repair Dispensation Without Tenant Consultation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·05 Sept 2023

Tribunal Grants £2652 Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs in Westcliff on Sea

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·24 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4135510

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2025

Tribunal Sets £165 Weekly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Newcastle

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £165, excluding some charges like water rates and council tax. This decision applies from June 18, 2023.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Water Works

In this case, a landlord applied for permission to bypass the usual consultation process required by law when carrying out major works. The First-tier Tribunal granted this request because the work was deemed urgent and necessary without causing harm or inconvenience to the tenants.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Oct 2023

First-tier Tribunal Rules Service Charges Payable to Landlord

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Oct 2023

Tribunal Grants £35,148 Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs in Battersea

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Oct 2023

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy: £288.46 Weekly

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 Nov 2023

First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent for listed rural cottage

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 Nov 2023

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market-Based Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·02 Nov 2023

Tribunal sets £1350/month rent for assured tenancy in Teignmouth

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·24 Oct 2023

Tribunal Sets £12,757 Annual Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rent for a tenant's property, considering inflation and any applicable service charges. This determination is important for tenants seeking to understand their rights under the Rent Act 1977.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

Reasonable Excuse Defense Upheld But Penalty Stands in Housing Act Case

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) heard an appeal against a financial penalty for failing to comply with an improvement notice within the specified timeframe. The claimant argued that they had a reasonable excuse for the delay. While the Tribunal agreed that there was a reasonable excuse for a limited period, it still upheld the penalty of £3,500.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

Tribunal confirms £2,250/month rent for assured tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

Tribunal sets £1000/month rent for assured tenancy in Barnet

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Sept 2023

Tribunal Sets £1344 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

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