Housing & Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Reviews Service Charges for 2018

The First-tier Tribunal reviewed service charges for 2018 under section 27A of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. Judge E Morrison ruled that the landlord must provide evidence to justify the charges.

Tribunal Quashes Prohibition Order for Lack of Evidence

Tribunal Grants £69,136.85 Major Works Dispensation in London

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Brighton Property at £231 Weekly

The First-tier Tribunal has set a fair rent of £231 per week for a property in Brighton, effective from 9 September 2021. The decision was made after considering the property's condition and comparing it to market rents.

Tribunal sets £970/month rent for assured tenancy in Dartford

Tribunal sets £1,200/month rent for assured tenancy in Yate

In this case, a tenant challenged a landlord's proposed rent increase. After reviewing written submissions from both sides, the First-tier Tribunal set a market rent of £1,200 per month, which was lower than what the landlord had requested.

Tribunal sets £850/month rent for assured tenancy in Croydon

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the market rent for a flat should be £850 per month, effective from the date of the a person. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988, considering the condition and location of the flat compared to similar properties in the area.

Tribunal Rejects £14 Service Charge Demand for Flat 7 in Torquay

The First-tier Tribunal decided that service charges were not payable because they did not follow the terms of the lease. The Tribunal noted that the lease only allows a fixed interim charge and a variable balancing charge based on accounts, and that the demands for service charges did not match these requirements.

Charge for Changing Tenant Must Not Exceed £50 Under Tenant Fees Act 2019

Tribunal Rejects Set-Off Claim for £14,301 Service Charges in London

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided that the service charges were reasonable and that the tenant could not set off any amounts against their service charge liability. The claimant argued that the landlord breached the lease covenant and that the costs were unreasonable. The Tribunal disagreed and ruled in favour of the landlord.

Tribunal Rejects Invalid £1,400/month Rent Increase Notice for Assured Tenancy in Newcastle

Tribunal sets £3,900/year rent for assured tenancy in Shilbottle, Northumberland

First-tier Tribunal Refuses Appeal Permission for Market Rent Assessment

The First-tier Tribunal refused permission to appeal a decision on a market rent assessment for a rental property. The original decision was based on the property's condition and compared to similar rental values in the area.

Landlord Fined £25,000 for Non-Compliance with Improvement Notice - First-tier Tribunal Decision

Tribunal Grants £250 Limit Exemption for Lift Repairs in Residential Building

The Tribunal allowed the landlord to bypass the consultation requirements for major works under Section 20ZA of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. This decision was made because a person would not be prejudiced by the failure to comply with the consultation requirements.

Tenant Granted New Lease with Premium Set at £24,360.20

The First-tier Tribunal granted a new lease to the tenant and set the premium amount at £24,360.20. The tribunal reviewed the valuation report and made minor adjustments to determine the correct premium.

First-tier Tribunal Determines £12,426 Premium for Collective Enfranchisement

The First-tier Tribunal decided that the appropriate premium for the collective enfranchisement of two flats is £12,426, allowing the tenants to acquire the freehold interest in their properties.

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4167844

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977. The rent was set at £82.00 per week, excluding certain costs like water rates and council tax.

Tribunal Sets £895 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in [Postcode]

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £895 per month, effective from August 2021. This decision was made according to the Housing Act 1988.

Tribunal sets £76.50/week fair rent for assured tenancy in Stoke-on-Trent