Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Sets £14,540 Freehold Price for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the price for the freehold interest of a property in Brixton, London. The price was set at £14,540, to be paid into court within 14 days of executing the TR1 document.

Tribunal Grants £5220 Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs in London WC1E

First-tier Tribunal Decision on Service Charge Validity

First-tier Tribunal Rules on New Lease Terms for Property Alterations

First-tier Tribunal Reviews Service Charge Demands

Tribunal Sets Rent for London Studio Flat at £202.29 Weekly

The First-tier Tribunal decided the rent for a studio flat in London at £202.29 per week. The decision was based on the Housing Act 1988 and the tribunal's assessment of local rental levels.

Tribunal Grants £15,000 Drainage Soakaway Works Dispensation Without Tenant Consultation in Nailsworth

Tribunal Sets £152.50/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a protected tenancy, taking into account the current market conditions and the state of the property. The decision was based on the condition of the property, improvements made by the tenant, and the scarcity of similar properties in the area.

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Claim for Service Charges

In a recent case at the First-tier Tribunal, a landlord's claim for service charges was dismissed because they couldn't prove the charges were necessary and reasonable. However, the tenant is still responsible for paying certain charges if they are deemed reasonable.

First-tier Tribunal Rules Caravan on Float Covered by Mobile Homes Act

Tribunal Sets £421 Service Charge for London Flat Owner

The First-tier Tribunal ruled on whether certain service charges and administration charges were reasonable and payable according to the lease agreement. The ruling was based on the terms of the lease and relevant legislation.

Tribunal Grants £22,044 Lift Repair Dispensation for Seven Tenants in London

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent lift repairs. The decision was made based on the urgency and necessity of the repairs, ensuring the safety and convenience of the tenants.

First-tier Tribunal Reduces HMO Penalties for Claimant

First-tier Tribunal Reduces HMO Penalties to £31,500

Tribunal reduces financial penalties for unlicensed HMOs in Epping Forest to £31,500

The First-tier Tribunal reduced the financial penalties imposed on a claimant for operating unlicensed a person. The penalties were lowered to £31,500 because the claimant was unaware of a person and no harm was caused to tenants.

Tribunal Grants £250,000 Fire Safety Works Dispensation for Manchester Property

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Repairs Due to Rainwater Leak

Tenant awarded rent repayment order for harassment and illegal eviction attempts

The First-tier Tribunal granted a rent repayment order to the tenant after determining that the landlord's actions constituted harassment and illegal eviction attempts. The tenant refused to allow the landlord to change the locks, resulting in an attempt to forcibly enter the property, which was deemed unlawful under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977.

Tribunal Sets £22,543 Premium for Lease Extension in Brighton

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4167165

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent for a property. They set the rent at £115.00 per week, which includes service charges but excludes water rates and council tax.