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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)·03 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets £1,921.22 Advance Service Charge for Flat in South Norwood

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the tenant owed a certain amount for service charges, based on the lease agreement and the costs incurred by the landlord for maintaining the property.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2022

Tenant Wins Holding Deposit Refund Under Tenant Fees Act 2019

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant is entitled to the repayment of a holding deposit if the landlord does not provide a written explanation within the relevant period. In this case, the landlord failed to provide such an explanation, leading to the repayment of the deposit.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·04 Nov 2022

Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent repairs costing £4,740 in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·01 Sept 2022

Tribunal Grants £25,032 Repairs Dispensation for Communal Systems in Newcastle

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets £230/week Rent for Assured Tenancy in Mottingham

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Aug 2022

First-tier Tribunal Determines Maximum Fair Rent for London Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Aug 2022

Tribunal sets £193/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Aug 2022

Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Cost Claim for Assured Tenancy in Birmingham

The First-tier Tribunal dismissed a tenant's request for costs, ruling the landlord's conduct was not unreasonable. The tenant argued the landlord's actions were unreasonable, but the Tribunal found no evidence of unreasonable conduct.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·25 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets £537 Rent Repayment for Unlicensed Property in Nottingham

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Aug 2022

Tribunal sets £1220.50/month fair rent for assured tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets £6,096 Costs for Service Charge Dispute in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Bath Property

The First-tier Tribunal set the fair rent for a property in Bath at £1019.50 per month, effective from July 26, 2022. The decision was based on the property's condition and market comparables.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Aug 2022

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4166105

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·05 Aug 2022

Tribunal allows £40,765 in service charges for electricity in Southampton marina development

In this case, a tenant challenged certain service charges imposed by their landlord. The First-tier Tribunal reviewed the costs and determined the tenant's entitlement to challenge specific categories of service charges.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Aug 2022

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Dampness Works

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Jul 2022

First-tier Tribunal Reduces Financial Penalty for Unlicensed Properties

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·25 May 2023

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Collective Enfranchisement and Appurtenant Land

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·21 Oct 2022

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Tenant's Sewage Charges and Fees

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·01 Sept 2022

Tenant Loses Service Charge Challenge, Ordered to Pay Legal Costs

The First-tier Tribunal ruled against a tenant who challenged a service charge demand. The tenant was ordered to pay the full amount of the demand and the landlord's legal costs.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Aug 2022

Tribunal Sets Assured Periodic Tenancy Rent at £1,400

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