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Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1,250, which took effect on 8 July 2025.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent at £1,300

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

Tenant Granted Permission to Purchase Freehold Interest Under Leasehold Reform Act

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Price for Freehold Purchase When Landlord Untraceable

The First-tier Tribunal set the price for a tenant to buy the freehold of their property when they couldn't find the landlord. They determined the price to be £2,347 after reviewing a valuation report.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent for Assured Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the rent for an assured periodic tenancy from £1,175 to £1,000 per month after considering the property's condition and market comparables.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Reduces Rent Due to Property Defects

The First-tier Tribunal reduced the proposed rent from £1,250 to £1,200 per month because the property had several defects, such as a broken window and a non-working bathroom heater. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Feb 2026

Fair Rent Determination for Tenant Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Feb 2026

Tribunal Sets New Fair Rent for Tenancy Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·10 Feb 2026

Tribunal Adjusts Fair Rent for Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jan 2026

Tenants Win Rent Repayment Order for Unlicensed HMO

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jan 2026

Tenant Wins Service Charge Refund Over Incorrect Bed Space Assessment

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant was entitled to a refund of overpaid service charges because the landlord incorrectly assessed the number of bed spaces in the property. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jan 2026

Tenant Successfully Acquires Right to Manage Canary Riverside Estate

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Dec 2025

Claimant Secures Agreement Renewal Under Electronic Communications Code

The claimant successfully renewed agreements under the Electronic Communications Code, ensuring the continuation of the established infrastructure system. The decision was made by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

Struck OutFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Tenant's Application to Vary Lease Struck Out by First-tier Tribunal

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Property in Poor Condition

The First-tier Tribunal set a market rent of £1,660 per month for a property in poor condition. The decision was influenced by the need for extensive repairs and the condition of the property.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Tribunal Rules Service Charges Payable and Dispenses with Consultation Requirements

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Determines Market Rent for Property

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