Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal confirms £2,591.13 service charge for flat in St Albans

Tribunal sets £647.50/month rent for assured tenancy in Solihull

The First-tier Tribunal determined the fair rent for a a person in Solihull by considering the a person's condition, improvements made by the tenant, and the scarcity in the rental market. The decision was made in accordance with the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Unconditional Dispensation for Urgent Water Main Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to carry out urgent repairs to a water main without consulting the tenants first. The repairs were deemed necessary due to a severe leak and burst water pipe.

Tribunal reduces £7500 penalty to £6000 for unlicensed property in Hackney

Tribunal Sets £254 Weekly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The tribunal decided on the market rent for a property based on the Housing Act 1988. They considered the property's condition and comparable market values to determine a fair rent of £254.00 per week.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Assured Tenancy Rent at £450 per Month

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £450 per month after considering the property’s condition and local market rates. The tenant successfully challenged the landlord's proposed higher rent.

Tribunal Grants £10.7m Fire Safety Works Dispensation for Manchester Block

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent fire safety works at a residential property. The Tribunal ruled that the works were necessary and urgent, making it impractical to follow the usual consultation process.

First-tier Tribunal Varies Improvement Notice by Consent

Tribunal dismisses claim for breach of covenant

The First-tier Tribunal dismissed the claimant's application for an order under Section 168(4) of the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002, ruling that the respondent had valid consent for alterations to their property.

Invalid Rent Increase Notices Due to Procedural Errors

Tribunal Rules £100 Application Fee Reimbursed for Right to Manage in Midhurst

In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal ruled that the claimant successfully acquired the right to manage the property under the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. The decision turned on whether the lease held by the respondent was a long lease, as defined by the Act.

Tenant Found Guilty of Breaching Maintenance Covenant

Tribunal Grants £13,856 Lift Repairs Without Resident Consultation in Retirement Block

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4166222

Tribunal Sets £1071/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, setting it at £1071 per month. They considered the property's market value, condition, and the availability of similar properties in the area.

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancies

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charges for Sheltered Housing Scheme

Tenants Win Rent Repayment Order for Unlicensed HMO Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Determines Lease Premium Based on Expert Valuations

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the premium for a new lease by evaluating expert reports and market comparables. They used various factors including ground rent income and reversionary value to determine the final amount.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Market Rent for Victorian Flat

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair market rent for a Victorian flat in London. They set the rent at £870 per month, considering the property's condition and amenities.