Housing & Tenancy

Tenant Ordered to Pay Reasonable Service Charges by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay reasonable service charges as per their lease agreement, but additional charges were not properly demanded. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

Tribunal sets £280.50 rent for assured tenancy in West London

First-tier Tribunal Sets Premium for Collective Enfranchisement of Two Flats

Tenant's Rent Increase Appeal Rejected Due to Defective Notice

The First-tier Tribunal rejected a tenant's request to reassess their rent because the notice of rent increase was not properly formatted according to the Housing Act 1988.

Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Challenge Due to Defective Rent Increase Notice

A tenant tried to challenge a defective notice of rent increase but was unsuccessful because the notice was not valid according to the Housing Act 1988. Judge J O White of the First-tier Tribunal explained that the tribunal does not have the authority to assess the market rent in this case.

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4165974

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4165973

Tribunal Rules Tenant in Breach of Maintenance and Alteration Clauses in Portsmouth Tenancy Case

The First-tier Tribunal found that a tenant had violated several conditions in their lease agreement, including failing to properly maintain and redecorate the property over a period of approximately 10 years.

First-tier Tribunal Rules Against Car Sales Business in Communal Areas

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Validity of Right to Manage Notices

The First-tier Tribunal confirmed that all necessary notices were properly served by post, despite the respondent's claims that some notices were not delivered. The decision supports the applicant's right to manage the property.

First-tier Tribunal Rules Claimant's Initial Notice Invalid

Appeal Against Emergency Prohibition Order Dismissed by First-tier Tribunal

Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy in Birmingham

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Site Owner's Claim to Remove Hedge

Tribunal Reduces Penalties for HMO Offenses

The First-tier Tribunal reduced the financial penalties imposed on a tenant for operating a house in multiple occupation (HMO) without a license and failing to comply with HMO management regulations. The tribunal considered the claimant's lack of knowledge and the low risk of harm.

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Payability and Reasonableness of Administration Charges

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Landlord's Proposed Rent Increase

First-tier Tribunal Determines Market Rent for Ipswich Property

The First-tier Tribunal determined the market rent for a property in Ipswich, taking into account the condition and fittings of the property. The new rent was set at £150 per week, effective from April 4th, 2022.

Tribunal Sets Rent at £1000 for Studio Flat

The First-tier Tribunal decided to set the rent for a studio flat at £1000 per month, effective from February 1st, 2022, according to the Housing Act 1988.

Tribunal Sets £948.50 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London