Housing & Tenancy

Claimant's Application for Manager Struck Out Due to Invalid Notice

Freehold Owners Fail to License HMO, Face Financial Penalties

First-tier Tribunal Grants Banning Order Against Housing Offenders

The First-tier Tribunal granted a 5-year banning order against individuals who were convicted of serious housing offenses, including operating an unlicensed HMO and failing to ensure proper safety measures. The decision was based on the Housing and Planning Act 2016 and the Housing Act 2004.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent for Property in Colchester

Service Charges Reduced for Tenants Due to Unreasonable Costs

First-tier Tribunal Rules Service Charge for Major Works Reasonable and Payable

Claimant's Request to Manage Property Rejected by Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal rejected a claimant's request to be appointed as the manager of a multi-unit property in Manchester. The Tribunal decided against the claimant due to concerns over his suitability and management style, including a lack of transparency and cooperation with other a person.

Tenant's Wasted Costs Claim Rejected by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant was not entitled to wasted costs from a landlord because the landlord's actions were reasonable and not improper, unreasonable, or negligent.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property in Fulham

Tribunal Sets £131 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £170.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London

First-tier Tribunal Varies Lease for Service Charge Balancing Payments

Tribunal Grants £41,470 Boiler Flue Works Dispensation in London

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass consultation requirements for urgent repairs to a boiler flue. The repairs were deemed necessary due to water damage in some flats. No objections were raised by the leaseholders.

Tribunal Sets £3459 Quarterly Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £134.50 weekly fair rent for assured tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £15,200/year fair rent for assured tenancy in London

Tribunal Sets £160/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £11,904/year fair rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a new fair rent for a property, ensuring it complies with the Rent Act 1977 and current economic conditions.

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Appointment of Manager Application

The First-tier Tribunal rejected an application to appoint a manager to oversee a property's management. The Tribunal found that the landlord had managed the property effectively and fulfilled its responsibilities.

Tribunal Grants £1300 Roofing Works Dispensation for London Property

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent roofing works needed to maintain a person and prevent further damage. The decision was based on the urgency and necessity of the works.