Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Building Works
The Tribunal granted permission to bypass certain consultation steps for urgent building works on a property. The decision was based on the need to address urgent issues before the winter season to prevent further damage.
Tribunal Sets £1,421 Freehold Acquisition Price and £1,250 Legal Costs in Northumberland
First-tier Tribunal Orders Compensation for Overcharged Water Fees and Maintenance of Perimeter Fence
Tenant Found in Breach for Keeping Dog Without Consent
New Manager Appointed for Property Due to Lease Failures
The First-tier Tribunal appointed a person as the new manager for a a person in London after finding that the current management had failed to meet their obligations under the lease and relevant laws. This decision was made to ensure proper management of the a person.
Tribunal Reduces Rent Due to Fire Safety Issues
Tribunal Sets Market Rent for One-Bedroom Flat
Tribunal sets £179.50/week rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets £276/Week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent for a property, setting it at £276 per week. They considered the property's condition and market comparables to determine the fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
Tribunal sets £765/month rent for assured tenancy in London
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £765, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision applies to the tenancy starting from 1 July 2020.
Tribunal sets £1,013.50/month fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets £1310.50 Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair a person of £1310.50 per month for a tenant under the a person Act 1977. The decision considered the condition of the property and the scarcity of similar properties in the area.
Tribunal Sets £143/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Tribunal Sets £4225/Quarter Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
Leaseholder Challenges Service Charges in First-tier Tribunal
Residents' Association Recognised for Five Years by First-tier Tribunal
Tribunal sets £20,577/year fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal sets £10,162.50 fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Tribunal Orders £147.87 Rent Repayment for Harassed Tenant in Hampshire
Tribunal sets £4407.50 quarterly rent for assured tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the maximum fair rent for a property, setting it at £4407.50 per quarter. This decision was made using the formula specified in the Rent Act 1977 and the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.