Housing & Tenancy

Financial Penalty Withdrawn; Appeal Struck Out by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal struck out an appeal after the Respondent withdrew a Financial Penalty. The Tribunal had no further jurisdiction once the penalty was withdrawn.

Tribunal dismisses challenge to £538 service charges for Luton flat

The First-tier Tribunal dismissed an a person challenging the reasonableness and payability of service charges. The Tribunal found that all challenged charges were reasonable and properly incurred.

First-tier Tribunal Allows Landlord's Claim for Service Charges

The First-tier Tribunal decided in favour of the landlord, confirming that the service charge arrears claimed were reasonable and payable according to the lease agreement. The tenant did not contest the claim.

Tribunal Appoints New Property Manager Under Landlord and Tenant Act

The First-tier Tribunal appointed a new manager for a property dispute under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, resolving a significant breakdown in management. The decision was made to ensure the property is managed effectively.

Tribunal Grants £25,200 Dispensation for Fire Safety Works in Manchester

Tenant's Attempt to Offset Service Charges for Retaining Wall Repairs Rejected

Unconditional Dispensation Granted for Urgent Lift Repairs

First-tier Tribunal Determines Freehold Interest Sum Under Missing Landlord Clause

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the appropriate sum to be paid into Court for the freehold interest in a property under the 1993 Act, where the landlord could not be found or identified. The decision was based on the valuation report submitted by the applicants.

Tribunal Sets £225.80 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tenant Successfully Challenges Service Charge Payability

A tenant successfully challenged the payability of certain service charges for the years 2019 to 2021 in a First-tier Tribunal ruling. The tribunal ruled that some charges, such as insurance costs and professional fees, were not allowable under the lease agreement.

Tribunal Grants £6500 Repairs Dispensation for Listed Building in Retirement Complex

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs to a listed building. The repairs were deemed necessary to prevent potential collapse and significant additional costs.

Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Tenancy in Holland Park

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the market rent for a property in Holland Park. They considered the property's condition, location, and the services included in the rent to determine a fair market rent.

Tribunal Sets £53,695/year Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal Sets £54,140.50 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £205/week rent for assured tenancy in London

RTM Company Failed to Bypass Consultation Requirements for Repairs

Tribunal Grants £1050 Dispensation for Urgent Vines Removal in London

Tribunal Sets £216.92/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal has decided on a new fair rent for a property, setting it at £216.92 per week. This includes adjustments based on the Retail Price Index and any variable service charges, as required by the Rent Act 1977.

Tribunal sets £229.50 weekly fair rent for assured tenancy in London

Landlord Fined for Non-compliance with Improvement Notices and HMO Regulations

The First-tier Tribunal fined a landlord for failing to comply with improvement notices and a person. The penalties were imposed to ensure compliance with housing standards and to protect tenants' health and safety.