Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets £750/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester
The Tribunal reviewed a notice of rent increase for an assured tenancy and adjusted the proposed rent based on the property's condition and market comparables.
Tribunal Sets £314/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Surrey
Tribunal Upholds £710 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Birmingham
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £710, excluding water rates and council tax.
Tribunal Grants £100 Fee Reimbursement and Right to Manage Property in Leeds
Tenant Costs for Extended Lease Request - First-tier Tribunal Decision
Tribunal reduces £10,000 financial penalty to £5,000 for unlicensed HMO operation in London
First-tier Tribunal Decision on Tenant Costs for Lease Extensions
The First-tier Tribunal decided that tenants must pay the landlord's costs for extending leases. The decision was made on June 20, 2022, by Judge F J a person.
First-tier Tribunal Determines Service Charges, Rejects Manager Appointment
Tribunal Grants £12,000 Retrospective Dispensation for Major Works at South Cliff Tower in South Tyneside
Tribunal sets £800/month rent for assured tenancy in Chandler’s Ford
The First-tier Tribunal reduced the proposed rent from £1,100 to £800 per month for an assured tenancy, taking into account the property's condition and inventory.
First-tier Tribunal Rejects Appointment of a Manager in Tenancy Dispute
Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Works to Prevent Water Ingress
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to proceed with urgent works to fix water leakage into a basement flat without consulting the a person. The works were considered too urgent to wait for consultations.
Tribunal Grants £10,000 in Additional Costs for Urgent Roof Repairs in London
The First-tier Tribunal granted a landlord permission to carry out urgent roof repairs without consulting all leaseholders. The court ruled that the works were necessary to prevent water damage to the building.
Tribunal Grants £3000 Repair Works Dispensation for London Property
Tribunal Grants £17,916 in Urgent Repairs Dispensation for London Property
Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £220 Per Week
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £220, effective from April 4, 2022. The property is a ground floor flat with some minor issues.