Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Rent Assessment for Assured Tenancy Post-Protected Tenant's Death
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent for an assured periodic tenancy after the death of a a person. The rent was set at £7,000 per quarter, effective from February 10, 2023. The decision was based on the market rent level for the property in its current condition and location.
Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Claim for £8,730 Rent Repayment Order in London
First-tier Tribunal Sets Price for Freehold Interest
The First-tier Tribunal set the price for the freehold interest in a property based on an expert's valuation report. The valuation was done according to the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993.
Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent health and safety works on rear dormers and skylights
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements because of urgent health and safety issues. The works were necessary to replace rear dormers and skylights to prevent safety risks.
Tribunal Allows Pitch Fee Increase for Mobile Homes
The First-tier Tribunal allowed an increase in the pitch fee for a mobile home park, rejecting arguments that the increase was improper and that the review date had been changed.
Tribunal Grants £250,000 Major Works Dispensation for Residential Properties in Canterbury
The First-tier Tribunal granted a request to bypass certain consultation requirements for major works. The decision was based on the lack of prejudice to leaseholders.
Tribunal Sets £266.50 Weekly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4133613
First-tier Tribunal Orders Payment of £7350 for Legal Expenses Related to Early Access Agreement
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the claimants must pay the respondent £7350 for reasonable legal expenses incurred in obtaining an early access agreement for survey purposes under the Electronic Communications Code.
Tribunal sets £36,735 in service charges for Charters House in London
Tribunal Grants £250/month Rent Dispensation for Urgent Lift Repairs in Horsham
Professional Landlord Fined £4000 for Unlicensed Rental Property
First-tier Tribunal Varies Leases for Advance Contributions
Tribunal sets £1624/month rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal sets £199.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London
Landlord Granted Permission for Urgent Replacement Works Without Consultation
Tribunal sets £142.55/month pitch fee for mobile home in Plymouth
The First-tier Tribunal allowed an increase in the pitch fee for a mobile home park. The increase was based on the Retail Price Index, which measures inflation.