Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant Wins Rent Refund Against Unlicensed Landlord
In this case, the First-tier Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant who sought a refund of rent paid during their stay at an unlicensed house in multiple occupancy (HMO). The decision was based on the Housing and Planning Act 2016 and the Housing Act 2004.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Right to Manage for Self-contained Building
Tribunal sets £11,232/year rent for assured tenancy in London
The Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £11,232 per year for a property in Sutton, Surrey. They considered the condition of the property and scarcity when making their decision.
Tribunal Sets £2000 Rent for Assured Tenancy in Bermondsey
Tribunal Grants Freeholder Permission for Urgent Door Repair Without Consultation
A First-tier Tribunal ruled that a landlord could proceed with emergency repairs without consulting tenants due to an urgent situation where residents were trapped in or out of the building. The decision was based on the need for immediate safety measures and the lack of objections from a person.
Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Boundary Wall Repairs
The First-tier Tribunal granted a landlord permission to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs to a boundary wall. The decision was based on the urgency of the repairs and the landlord's reasonable actions.
Tribunal Grants £179,500 Boiler Replacement Without Consultation
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent works because a person did not object.
Tribunal Grants £270 Roof Repair Dispensation for Terraced House in London
Tribunal Allows £250K+ Balcony Repairs Without Section 20 Consultation
Tribunal sets fair rent of £1,160 per month under Rent Act 1977
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has set a fair rent of £1,160 per calendar month for a property, following the calculations under the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
Tribunal Sets £810/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Aldershot
The First-tier Tribunal assessed the fair market rent for a rental property in Aldershot under an assured periodic tenancy agreement. The tribunal considered factors such as the property's condition, amenities, and location to determine the appropriate rent amount.
First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent for Paignton property at £175.38 weekly
First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Assured Tenancy Dispute
Tribunal Sets £237.70/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Eastleigh
Tribunal Discharges Property Manager's Appointment
The tribunal allowed the discharge of the management order for the property at 74 the address the address. Lessees agreed to manage the property themselves with support from professionals as needed.
Tribunal sets £274.75 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Grants £5,000 Lift Repair Dispensation in Eastbourne Flats
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent lift repairs in a residential building. The decision was made because the repairs were urgent and all leaseholders agreed with the application.