Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
First-tier Tribunal Reduces Rent Due to Disrepair
First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property
Fair Rent Determination for Tenancy Agreement
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Drainage System Repairs
The First-tier Tribunal granted dispensation from consultation requirements for urgent repair works on a drainage system in a retirement estate, finding no likely prejudice to leaseholders. The decision was based on the urgency and necessity of the repairs.
First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Market Rent Due to Property Condition
The First-tier Tribunal decided to reduce the proposed rent for a property due to its poor condition. The rent was lowered from £1,675 to £1,350 per month because of issues like mould, leaks, and outdated fixtures.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £800 per month, starting from January 17, 2025. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Balcony Testing but Rejects Urgent Safety Measures
Tribunal Decision on Service and Administration Charges
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Reasonable Service Charges for Leaseholders
First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Fair Rent for Nottingham Property
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Payability of Residential Property Service Charges
In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal decided on the payability of different service charges for leaseholders in a residential property. The ruling considered factors such as a person costs and cleaning expenses, ensuring they align with the requirements of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy
Tenant Successfully Challenges Certain Service Charges
A tenant challenged the reasonableness of service charges under their lease terms. The First-tier Tribunal ruled that some charges were payable and reasonable, while others were not.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Essential Lift Repairs
Service Charges Unenforceable Due to Non-Compliance with Lease
Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Rent Determination Application Due to Defective Notice
First-tier Tribunal Grants Unconditional Dispensation for Boiler Replacement Costs
Tenant's Appeal Against Prohibition Order Rejected by Tribunal
The First-tier Tribunal (a person) rejected a tenant's appeal against a Prohibition Order, ruling that a person's small size and layout posed significant risks to residents' health and safety.