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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

First-tier Tribunal Determines New Fair Rent for Tenant

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·11 Feb 2026

Tribunal Sets New Rent for Assured Tenancy

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

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jan 2026

Tenants Win Rent Repayment Orders Over Unlicensed HMO

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

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Service Charges for Tenants

The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the service charges for tenants by varying the leases of unenfranchised properties. This ensures a fair calculation of service charges under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Due to Health and Safety Issues

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·07 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Due to Health and Safety Issues

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Dec 2025

Tenant Loses Appeal Against £15,000 Penalty for Unlicensed Property

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·09 Dec 2025

First-tier Tribunal rules on service charges for tenants

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the validity of various service charges for tenants. Some charges were allowed, while others were disallowed based on the lease terms and relevant laws.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 Dec 2025

First-tier Tribunal Increases Pitch Fee for Mobile Home Park

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·24 Mar 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent at £900 Per Month

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·24 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Property Following Landlord's Objection

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

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof Repairs

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Financial Penalty Reduced for Electrical Safety Breach in Private Rented Property

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

Tenant Ordered to Repair Mobile Home by First-tier Tribunal

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Jan 2026

Tribunal rules on service charges under Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

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

Tenant Secures Property Manager Extension Until 2027

In a recent case, a tenant successfully extended the term of their property manager until 2027. The First-tier Tribunal confirmed the manager's competent performance and the landlord's consent, granting the tenant's request.

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

Tenant's Cost Application Denied: Landlord Can Recover Costs Through Service Charges

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·31 Dec 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines Service Charge Sum Under Leasehold Reform Act

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Dec 2025

Landlord Granted Dispensation for Urgent Major Works

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass the usual consultation process with tenants regarding major works. The works were urgent and necessary to fix a faulty lift motor, ensuring the safety of elderly and mobility-impaired residents.

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