Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets £8677/Quarter Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal determined the fair rent for a property based on the Rent Act 1977 and capped it according to the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999. The Tribunal considered the property's condition, market rent levels, and statutory limitations.
Tenant awarded rent repayment order for landlord's failure to license HMO
Tribunal Sets £1030/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Lincolnshire Property
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent of £390 per month for a property in Lincolnshire. They considered a person's condition, improvements, and market rent to make their decision.
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Chingford Property
Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent roof repairs post-storm damage
First-tier Tribunal Determines Reasonable Statutory Costs
Financial Penalty Reduced Due to Communication Issues
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Water Ingress Repairs
Tribunal sets rent at £610 for Twickenham property
The First-tier Tribunal decided to set the rent at £610 per month for a property in Twickenham, considering the market rent for similar properties in the area.
Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Flat at £1750
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the market rent for a flat, setting it at £1750 per month. They considered factors such as the flat's condition, location, and similar rental prices in the area.
Tribunal Rejects £8335 Costs Claim for Service Charge Dispute in Hackney
First-tier Tribunal Orders RTM Company to Pay Landlord Costs
In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal ordered a Right-to-Manage company to pay costs to the landlord under the Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002. The decision was made to ensure the a company covers the expenses incurred by the landlord due to the claim notice.
Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent roof repairs in Flats 1-11
The Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs, citing the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Tribunal Rejects £283.50/Month Rent Repayment Order Application in Camden
Tribunal confirms improvement notices for health hazards in residential property
The First-tier Tribunal confirmed the local authority's improvement notices to address health and safety hazards in a residential property, except for the recommendation to replace the kitchen entirely.
Tribunal reduces service charges for assured tenancy in London to £950 per month
The Tribunal decided that certain service charges were unreasonable and unpayable, protecting tenants from unfair financial burdens. The decision ensures that landlords cannot pass their costs of proceedings onto a person.