
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
The First-tier Tribunal confirmed the Council's decision to deny HMO licences for two properties because the applicants were found unfit and improper to manage or hold the licences.
The First-tier Tribunal confirmed that the Council was right to refuse HMO licences for two properties because the applicants were not fit and proper individuals to manage the properties. The Tribunal noted their history of housing law violations.
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent for a property after considering its condition and comparing it to similar properties in the area. The rent was capped at £214.50 per week.
The First-tier Tribunal decided to set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1,100 per month. The Tribunal considered various factors including the property's condition and local market conditions. They rejected the tenant's arguments for a lower rent based on evidence from local property professionals.
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £131.00 per week for a protected tenancy, taking into account the current market conditions and statutory regulations.
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the maximum fair rent for a property. They used the Retail Price Index and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999 to calculate the rent.
The First-tier Tribunal has decided on the maximum fair rent for a property, setting it at £99 per week. This decision was made based on the Rent Act 1977 and the Retail Price Index.
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the monthly rent at £675. This decision helps clarify the rent level for tenants under the Housing Act 1988.
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fairness of service charges for a group of tenants in a a person dispute. The ruling ensures that certain costs are not considered relevant in calculating future service charges.
The First-tier Tribunal granted dispensation from consultation requirements for emergency fire safety works and deemed service charges payable. The works included a person and fire alarm installation.
The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for emergency fire safety works. The works included a person and fire alarm installation costs, and the tribunal found the service charges reasonable.
The First-tier Tribunal decided that the costs of fire safety works are recoverable as a service charge under the leases. This means that the costs can be charged to tenants according to the terms of their leases.