Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Cladding Removal and Replacement

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent work to remove and replace dangerous cladding on a building. The decision was made because the situation was urgent and obtaining further quotes would delay the work.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Urgent Gas Riser Replacement Dispensation

Tribunal sets £305 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London

First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Residential Property in Ilford

First-tier Tribunal Rules Tenant Must Reimburse Landlord for Repairs

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the tenant breached their lease by failing to reimburse the landlord for repairs. This decision is based on the Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Repair Works Due to Water Ingress

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Balcony Repairs in London Block

Tribunal Grants Urgent Roof Repairs Without Full Consultation

The First-tier Tribunal allowed the landlord to proceed with urgent roof repairs without consulting all leaseholders fully, due to the risk of serious damage to the building.

Tribunal Grants £2495 Safety Works Dispensation in Ringwood

Tribunal sets £62.50/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has decided on the maximum fair rent for a property. This decision was made using the formula provided by the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999, ensuring the rent is fair and reasonable.

Tenant Wins Partial Rent Repayment Order Due to Unlicensed Letting and Unlawful Eviction

Tribunal Sets £136 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £12,836.50/year fair rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the maximum fair rent for a property. They used the Rent Act 1977 and the Retail Price Index to calculate the rent, which was set at £12,836.50 per year, excluding some charges.

Tribunal sets £13,487.50 fair rent for assured tenancy in London

The Tribunal decided on the maximum fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977. They considered factors like the Retail Price Index and relevant orders to determine the fair rent. This decision was made on 16th March 2021 by a person and Mrs a person a person MRICS.

Tribunal Sets £13,662.11 Service Charges for Assured Tenancy in Margate

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the service charges were reasonable and payable, setting the amount at £13,662.11. The Tribunal rejected the tenant's request to prevent the landlord from claiming litigation costs.

Tribunal allows £5920 in service charges for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal ruled on the reasonableness of service charges and decided that the landlord cannot pass on the costs of the tribunal proceedings to the tenant through service charges. This decision was made under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

First-tier Tribunal Varies Leases to Clarify Ambiguous Terms

Tribunal sets £495/month rent for assured tenancy in Gateshead

Tribunal Allows Dispensation for Urgent Fire Prevention Works at Manchester Residential Property

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4169062

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £950 per month, excluding certain costs like water rates and council tax. This decision helps tenants understand their financial obligations under their tenancy agreement.