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Housing & Tenancy

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)·13 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Flat Roof Repairs Without Conditions

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy

The Tribunal decided on a new rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the rent at £1,800 per month based on the property's condition and local rental values.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Emergency Repairs Dispensation Without Consultation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Rules Against Ground Rent Collection Fees

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·11 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Jul 2026

First-Tier Tribunal Rules in favour of Leaseholders on Service Charge Dispute

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 May 2026

Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy in Gateshead

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rental price for a one-bedroom flat in Low Fell, Gateshead. After reviewing similar flats and the current state of the property, they determined that the rent should be £640 per month.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Apr 2026

First-tier Tribunal Increases Pitch Fees for Mobile Homes

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Market Rent Set at £1,450 for Cambridge Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Determines Market Rent for Flat in Newbury

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a market rent of £1,150 per month for a flat in Newbury. They considered the property's condition and compared it to similar properties in the area.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Reasonableness of Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal ruled on the reasonableness of service charges for a tenant, reducing the management fee and limiting the costs of proceedings that could be passed through the service charge.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Feb 2026

Tenant Successfully Withdraws Service Charge Demand for Major Works

The First-tier Tribunal dismissed an a person for service charges for major works after the tenant withdrew the original demands. This means the tenant no longer needs to pay those specific service charges.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Feb 2026

Tenant Found Guilty of Breaching Lease Due to Unauthorised Structural Changes

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·11 Feb 2026

Tenant Can Withhold Payment of Unexplained Service Charges

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·11 Feb 2026

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Water Booster Set Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·11 Feb 2026

Tenant Not Liable for Service Charges After RTM Company Acquires Management Rights

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Fire Safety Measures

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Works Under Landlord and Tenant Act

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·30 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Residential Property

The First-tier Tribunal set a new market rent of £2,000 per month for a residential property after considering the tenant's application under the Housing Act 1988. The decision was based on written submissions and an inspection of the property.

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