Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant's Application for Rent Repayment Order Struck Out Due to Lack of Evidence
The First-tier Tribunal dismissed a tenant's request for a rent repayment order because the tenant couldn't provide proof of an improvement notice from the local housing authority.
Tribunal allows £2,108.56 in service charges for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal allows £2,108.56 in service charges for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal dismisses rent repayment claim for assured tenancy in Great Missenden
Application Reinstated After Prompt Response to Strikeout Notice
Tribunal Sets £2,669.17 Service Charges as Reasonable for Leaseholder in London
First-tier Tribunal Approves £7.8% Pitch Fee Increase for Mobile Homes in Cornwall
Tenant Found in Breach of Maintenance Covenant by First-tier Tribunal
Tribunal Sets £652.80/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Established Residential Area
Tribunal sets £1800/month rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1800, which took effect on 14 October 2022. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Southsea Flat
The First-tier Tribunal set a market rent of £830 per month for a 2-bedroom flat in Southsea under an assured tenancy. The decision was based on the property's condition and inventory.
Tribunal Grants £4381 Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs Without Full Consultation
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass full consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs at a property in Derby, England, to prevent water damage and save money.
First-tier Tribunal Validates Right to Manage Claim Against Resident Landlord Exemption
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a company cannot use the resident landlord exemption to deny a Right to Manage claim. This decision validates the claimant's a person to manage the property.
Council Permitted to Bypass Consultation for Urgent Water Leak Repairs
Tribunal Sets £360/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal allows £21,775 in interim service charges for flats in Weston Super Mare
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Based on RPI Changes
The Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, taking into account changes in the Retail Price Index (RPI). This decision was made according to the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
Tribunal sets £687/month rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal sets £202/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has decided on a fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977. The decision follows a specific calculation method involving the Retail Price Index (RPI) and the Maximum Fair Rent Order 1999.
Tribunal Rules on Reasonableness of Service Charges for Tenants
The First-tier Tribunal ruled on the reasonableness and liability to pay service charges for three tenants under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The decision was based on the evidence provided by the landlord's a person agent and the lack of objections from the tenants.