Housing & Tenancy

Tenant Wins Unreasonable Service Charge Refund in First-tier Tribunal Case

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant was not required to pay an unreasonable service charge and ordered a refund. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

Tribunal grants £468.72 rent repayment order for unlicensed property in Nottingham

A tenant successfully obtained a rent repayment order from the First-tier Tribunal because the landlord failed to license the a person under a a person. The order was granted, but the amount was reduced by the universal credit received by the tenant.

Tribunal Sets £20,000 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rent for a property, considering factors like the property's condition, location, and recent repairs. The fair rent was set at £20,000 per year, effective from 17 February 2023.

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4165043

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Small Flat in Bedford

Tribunal sets £6,667.32 service charge for assured tenancy in London

Tribunal Sets New Pitch Fee Based on Retail Price Index Increase

Tribunal Sets £2178 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

First-tier Tribunal Varies Improvement Notice for Tenant

First-tier Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Without Full Consultation

Tenant Granted Reduced Rent Due to Property Deficiencies

The Tribunal reduced the proposed rent from £300 to £180 per week, taking into account the property's poor condition, North-facing aspect, and complex rights of way. The decision was made on 15th February 2023 by Judge Shepherd.

Tribunal sets £163.50/week rent for assured tenancy in London

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Water System Replacement

First-tier Tribunal Grants Three-Year Banning Order Against Landlord

Freehold Transfer Premium Set at £351,360 - First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the premium for transferring the freehold of two joined cottages should be £351,360. This decision was based on a valuation report and various factors affecting the property's value, including its condition and market value.

First-tier Tribunal denies costs despite finding behavior unreasonable

Tribunal allows challenge to £633.46 service charges for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of service charges for a leasehold property over several years. The decision was made under specific acts and regulations concerning leasehold properties.

Tenant Must Pay Service Charges After Landlord Follows Statutory Procedures

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay service charges if the landlord follows the proper procedures under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The tenant argued that she was not properly notified, but the Tribunal disagreed.

Tribunal Grants £2148.50 Sewage Works Dispensation Without Consultation Due to Urgent Health and Safety Risks

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to skip the usual consultation process with tenants because of urgent health and safety issues. The landlord needed to fix a broken pump immediately to prevent sewage backup, and the court agreed that the situation was too urgent to wait for tenant approval.

FTT sets £700/month rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They considered the current market rates and the condition of the property, reducing the rent due to issues with the property's condition.