Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Sets £900 Rent for Assured Tenancy in Central London
The First-tier Tribunal reviewed a request to adjust the rent for an assured tenancy. They considered the property's condition and market comparables and decided to set the rent at £900 per month, effective from December 6, 2021.
Tribunal allows £8,000 freehold acquisition for property in London EN 6EB
Service Charges for 2021 Not Properly Demanded, Not Payable
Tribunal Sets £168/Week Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal Grants £10,000 Repairs Dispensation for Leaky Flats in London
Tribunal sets £2727.25 rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the maximum fair rent for a property. They used a specific formula from the Rent Act 1977 to calculate the rent, which came to £2,727.25 per quarter.
First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Semi-Detached House Near Industrial Estate
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the appropriate rent for a semi-detached house near an industrial estate. Considering the property's condition and the industrial impact, the rent was set at £630.00 per month.
Tribunal sets £1,125/month rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Grants £10,000 Dispensation for Urgent Repairs in Central London Tenancy
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs to fix leaking downpipes and hoppers at a multi-flat building, ensuring the work could proceed without unnecessary delays.
Tribunal Denies Right to Buy for Elderly-Friendly Bungalow in County Durham
First-tier Tribunal Varies Improvement Notice on Residential Hazards
Landlord Granted Exemption for Urgent Sewage Plant Repairs
Tribunal Sets £880/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £880.00 per month, which is below the maximum allowed under the Rent Act 1977. This decision ensures the rent is fair and follows the correct legal procedures.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Fire Remediation Works
Tribunal Allows £9,495 Roof Repairs Without Consultation Requirements
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs needed to prevent water damage to flats. This decision was made under s.20ZA of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 by Judge Simon Brilliant.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent at £192.00 Per Week
Tenant Entitled to Costs and Interest Based on Lease Provisions
Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Repairs to Leaking Balcony
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process for repairing a leaking balcony because the repairs were urgent and necessary. The decision was made by Judge Mr R Waterhouse on January 18, 2022.