Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Tenancy Adjusted for Condition
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the fair market rent for a property, considering its condition and amenities. The rent was set at £1840.00 per month, effective from March 1, 2023.
Tribunal dismisses £5132.40 service charge challenge for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay service charges for roof repairs and other costs, rejecting the claimant's challenge under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The decision emphasises the validity of the lease agreement and the reasonableness of the costs.
Tribunal sets £1,450/month rent for assured tenancy in London
The Tribunal has set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1,450 per month, starting from January 7, 2023. This decision follows the Housing Act 1988.
Tribunal Sets Maximum Fair Rent for Tenant's Property
Tribunal rules £3,802.49 service charges reasonable for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided that the service charges claimed by the landlord were reasonable and payable according to the lease agreement. The decision was based on the services provided and the terms outlined in the lease.
Tenant Successfully Reduces Unreasonable Administration Charge
The First-tier Tribunal reduced an unreasonable administration charge of £5,000 for granting a retrospective licence to alter a property. The decision was based on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Statutory Tenancy
Tribunal sets £265/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets Rent for London Flat at £2250 Per Month
Rent Determination for Assured Shorthold Tenancy Set by First-tier Tribunal
Tribunal Sets £1,178/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal sets £240/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Appeal Against Improvement Notice Allowed: Hazard Awareness Notice Issued
In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal allowed an appeal against an Improvement Notice issued by a local authority. Instead of the Improvement Notice, the Tribunal ordered a Hazard Awareness Notice to be served. This decision was made considering the property's current unoccupied status and the lack of immediate risk to vulnerable groups.
Landlord Granted Permission for Urgent Concrete Repairs Without Consultation
Tribunal Sets £1725 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Brent
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1725 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges.
Tenant Entitled to Pay Reasonable Service Charges for Major Works
Tenant Entitled to Reasonable Service Charges Under Lease Agreement
Tribunal Grants £1,500 in Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation for Residential Property in London
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Consultation Validity
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the service charge consultation was done correctly but found some charges to be unreasonable. As a result, leaseholders will receive reimbursements for certain charges.
Tribunal sets £161.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the maximum fair rent for a property, calculating it to be £161.50 per week using a specific formula from the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.