Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Partially Allows Tenants' Challenge to £3,108 Gardening Charge for 2017

The First-tier Tribunal ruled on the reasonableness of service charges for 2017 and 2020, finding some charges unreasonable and ordering reimbursement of fees paid by the applicants.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Management Order for Critical Repairs

Tenant Ordered to Pay Arrears for Mobile Home Plot

Tribunal Grants £46,677.60 Dispensation for Urgent Boiler Works in London

Tribunal Grants £19,736 Exemption for Emergency Boiler Works in London Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to bypass certain consultation requirements for emergency works to replace a communal boiler in a building. The decision was based on the urgent need to ensure residents' safety.

Tribunal grants dispensation for urgent roof repairs in WC1E

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to bypass certain consultation requirements for urgent roof repairs needed to stop water from entering a second-floor flat. The decision was based on the urgency of the work and the lack of objections from the tenants.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Landlord Dispensation for Service Charge Failure

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to collect service charges for repairs to a retaining wall, despite failing to consult tenants. The decision was made subject to certain conditions to protect the tenants.

Tribunal Grants Urgent Window Repair Dispensation for Block of Flats in London

The Tribunal allowed a landlord to skip the consultation process required by law for urgent repairs to windows because the repairs were needed immediately to prevent further damage.

Tribunal Approves Waking Watch and Fire Alarm Installation for Assured Tenancy in London

Tenant Wins Property Manager Appointment and Restrictions on Service Charges

Rent Determination for Four-Bedroom Property Under Assured Tenancy

The Tribunal decided on the rent for a four-bedroom property under an assured periodic tenancy. They took into account the property's condition and compared it to similar properties in the area. The decision was made by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) on 14 December 2020.

Tenant and Landlord Reach Agreement, Stay Granted for 12 Months

The First-tier Tribunal granted a stay of 12 months to allow the parties to finalise and implement their agreement regarding service and administration charges, interest, and costs.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Stay to Finalise Agreement in Tenancy Dispute

Tribunal sets £840/month fair rent for assured tenancy in Oxford

Tribunal sets £152.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the maximum fair rent for a property in London. They used the Retail Price Index and relevant legislation to calculate the rent at £152.50 per week, excluding certain costs like water rates and council tax.

First-tier Tribunal Sets Freehold Transfer Price at £73.50

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the price for transferring the freehold interest of a property based on the lease and ground rent. The price was set at £73.50.

Tribunal Grants £33,835 Fire Safety Alarm System Dispensation for Shared Ownership Flats

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission for a landlord to skip formal consultations and install a temporary alarm system to address fire safety concerns in a residential building. The decision was made to ensure quick action and reduce costs.

First-tier Tribunal allows dispensation of consultation requirements for building insurance

First-tier Tribunal Appoints Manager to Oversee Property Repairs

First-tier Tribunal Rules Commercial Element Excludes Property from Right to Manage