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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)·24 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Based on Property Condition

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

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent for an assured periodic tenancy, taking into account the current market conditions and the state of the a person. The new rent set was £825 per calendar month.

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

Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent for a property, taking into account its condition and market value. The rent was set at £1,700 per month, adjusted for minor defects and the landlord's history of slow repairs.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Feb 2026

Financial Penalties Confirmed for Unlicensed HMO Management

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·12 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Allows Flat-Rate Increase in Service Charges

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·12 Feb 2026

Emergency Repairs Approved Without Full Consultation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·12 Feb 2026

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for HMO Property

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

Landlord Allowed to Skip Consultation for Urgent Fire Safety Works

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

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Flat Roof Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to the landlord to bypass the consultation requirements for repairing the flat roof at the address, after determining that the leaseholders were not prejudiced by the lack of consultation.

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

Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy in Luton

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

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Reasonable Insurance Charges

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the landlord's insurance charges were reasonable. The tenant argued that the charges were too high compared to quotes from another insurer. However, the Tribunal found the charges to be reasonable based on the evidence presented.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·25 Jan 2026

Landlord ordered to repay £7,274.89 for unlicensed tenancy

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

Tribunal Decides on Service Charges and Manager for Mixed-Use Building

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal set the monthly rent at £925 for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows tenants to challenge their rent with the tribunal if they disagree with it.

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £800 per month after a disagreement between the tenant and landlord. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

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

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

Market Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal decided on a new rent for a tenant's home. The landlord wanted to increase the rent from £800 to £1000 per month. After reviewing the proposal, the Tribunal agreed to the higher rent, effective from May 27, 2025.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Property

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Property Based on Comparable Evidence

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new monthly rent of £1200 for a property after considering evidence from the landlord. This decision was based on similar properties in the area.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets New Market Rent for Property

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