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Housing & Tenancy

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)·29 Jul 2021

Tribunal Sets £1,365 Reasonable Administration Charges for Assured Tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal Grants Unconditional Dispensation for Drone Survey

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·22 Jul 2021

Tribunal Sets Assured Tenancy Rent Based on Market Value

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·20 Jul 2021

Tribunal Sets £160.08/week Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the market rent for a property under an assured tenancy, taking into account the property's condition and nearby rental prices. The decision excluded any improvements made by the tenant and considered fixed service charges.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Sept 2021

First-tier Tribunal Grants Urgent Fire Alarm System Replacement Dispensation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Aug 2021

First-tier Tribunal Declares Notice Invalid in Tenancy Dispute

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal Reduces Tenant's Cost Liability

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the landlord's claim for costs was too high and reduced it from £131,547.02 to £91,695.10, considering the costs to be unreasonable.

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal Determines Reasonable Costs for Freehold Acquisition

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal determined the reasonable costs for a tenant's freehold acquisition under the Leasehold Reform Act 1967. The Tribunal ruled that the reasonable sum payable by the tenant to the landlord for costs is £1102.60 inclusive of disbursements.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2021

Tenant's Challenge to Service Charges Partially Successful

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Request for New Lease Modifications

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) ruled that a landlord's request to modify the terms of a new lease due to unauthorised alterations made by the tenant was unreasonable under the 1993 Act.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 Jul 2021

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £985

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £985, starting from November 2020. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4168486

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £800 starting from November 2020, following the Housing Act 1988.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·29 Jul 2021

Tribunal dismisses £22,000 service charge challenge for assured tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·22 Jul 2021

Tribunal sets £8188.42 quarterly rent for assured tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jul 2021

Tribunal Sets £175.50/Week Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jul 2021

Tribunal sets £192 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £192.00, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jul 2021

Tribunal Sets £1250 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The tribunal decided on the market rent for a property under an assured tenancy. They considered the condition of the property and ignored any improvements made by the tenant. The decision was made by Judge D Brandler and a person MRICS on July 1, 2021.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Jul 2021

First-tier Tribunal Rules Improper Service Charge Demands Invalid

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that service charge demands sent by the landlord were improperly served and invalid. The landlord's claim was dismissed, and future demands must be served by registered post and accompanied by the correct notice of tenant's rights.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·20 Aug 2021

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Listed Property

The First-tier Tribunal determined a fair rent for a listed property, taking into account its condition and features. The rent was set at £111.50 per week.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Aug 2021

First-tier Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay £11,036 in Service Charges and Legal Fees

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