Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets £120/month Service Charge for Leak Assessment in London Tenancy Dispute
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of a service charge and an administration fee for litigation costs. The Tribunal ruled that the cost of assessing a water leak was a reasonable service charge and ordered the elimination of an administration fee for litigation costs.
Tribunal Sets £581.86 Service Charge for Flat in London
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that no service charges were payable for a specific period because the landlord did not follow the correct procedures outlined in the lease. However, if the landlord follows the right procedures, the tenant would owe £581.86.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Service Charges and Major Works
Tribunal Sets New Monthly Pitch Fee for Mobile Home
First-tier Tribunal Sets New Monthly Pitch Fee for Mobile Home
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new monthly pitch fee for a mobile home based on the Retail Price Index increase, following the requirements of the Mobile Homes Act 1983, as amended.
Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £719.25
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £719.25, which includes some services but excludes water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
First-tier Tribunal Sets New Pitch Fee Based on RPI Increase
Tribunal dismisses appeal against revocation of selective licence
The First-tier Tribunal dismissed an appeal against the revocation of a selective a person due to the claimant's past convictions and failure to meet the fit and proper person test. The Tribunal ruled that the local authority followed the correct procedures and that the claimant's personal circumstances were not relevant to the decision.
First-tier Tribunal Reduces Financial Penalties for Licensing Violation
The First-tier Tribunal reduced the financial penalties imposed on the applicants because they failed to apply for a valid license under the Housing Act 2bk4. The penalties were lowered to £2,885.13 for the claimant and £4,520.72 for the a person applicant.
First-tier Tribunal Varies Improvement Notice for Residential Property Hazards
The Tribunal varied an Improvement Notice to address specific hazards in a residential property, including damp and electrical issues, while deleting certain items and adding new conditions.
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £1389.00 per Quarter
Tribunal Sets Reasonable Service Charges for Flat in London WC1
The First-tier Tribunal decided that certain service charges were reasonable and payable according to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
Tenants win no service charge ruling over landlord's non-compliance
Freeholder Not Required to Pay Service Charges Due to Non-Compliance
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a a person is not required to pay service charges and insurance costs if the demands do not meet statutory requirements. The claimant's claim was dismissed.
Fire Safety Works Dispensation Granted in First-tier Tribunal Case
First-tier Tribunal Rules No Uncommitted Service Charge Funds Required
Landlord Granted Permission for Urgent Repairs Without Full Consultation
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass some consultation requirements because urgent roof repairs were needed to prevent further damage and rising costs. This decision was made considering the immediate threat to the property and the need to act quickly.