Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets £1,950 Cleaning Charge for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets £1,170/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Bristol
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £1,170 per month for a property. They took into account the current market conditions and the state of repair of the property.
Tribunal sets £700/month rent for assured tenancy in Cooling
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent of £700 per month for a property in Cooling, Kent. The decision took into account the property's condition, market value, and the tenant's contributions.
Tribunal sets £530/month rent for assured tenancy in Bournemouth
The First-tier Tribunal determined a fair rent of £530 per month for a property in Bournemouth. The decision took into account the property's condition, location, and the lack of certain amenities like central heating and double glazing.
First-tier Tribunal rules on roof repairs service charge
Tenant Wins Lease Extension Without Reinstatement Clause
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant is not required to include a reinstatement clause or a new lease plan in a lease extension application if the freeholder's claims of unproven breaches are not substantiated.
Tribunal sets £457 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London
The Tribunal decided on the rent for a tenancy agreement. They set the weekly rent at £457, excluding water rates and council tax but including other specified amounts. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £404 Weekly
Tribunal sets £30,971/year fair rent for assured tenancy in West London
The Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property considering the property's condition and market comparables. The decision was made in accordance with the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Fire Safety Works at High-Rise Tower in London
First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Proposed Rent for Assured Tenancy
The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the proposed rent from £995 to £950 per month, considering the property's condition and comparables. The Tribunal found that the property was not in a condition to command the higher rent.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Reasonable Administration Charges
The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant must pay administration charges if they are reasonable and arise from a breach of lease covenants. In this case, the tenant was ordered to pay £362 within seven days.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for New Electricity Agreement
First-tier Tribunal Varies Leases for Accurate Service Charge Recovery
The First-tier Tribunal varied the leases to better reflect the actual service expenses, ensuring fair recovery of service charges. This decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 s.35.
First-tier Tribunal Accepts Withdrawal of Management Order Due to Leaseholder Conduct
Tribunal sets £750/month rent for assured tenancy in St Leonards-on-Sea
The First-tier Tribunal reviewed a landlord's attempt to raise rent for an assured tenancy. Considering the property's condition and market comparables, the Tribunal adjusted the proposed rent to a lower amount.