Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Rejects Appeals Against HMO Penalties
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Calculation Under Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
Tribunal Sets £675 Rent for Assured Tenancy in Beeston
The First-tier Tribunal reviewed a request to increase rent for an assured periodic tenancy. Considering the tenant's improvements and the property's condition, the Tribunal decided on a new rent of £675 per month.
Tribunal sets £164.50/week fair rent for assured tenancy in London
Tenant Ordered to Pay Landlord's Maintenance Costs
Tribunal sets £600/month rent for assured tenancy in Slough
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent for a property by considering its condition and comparing it to similar properties in the area. The Tribunal took into account that the property lacked certain amenities and was not in the best condition.
Tribunal Sets £182.50 Weekly Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester
The Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, setting it at £182.50 per week. This decision was made under the Rent Act 1977, ensuring the tenant pays a reasonable amount.
Tribunal sets £70.50 weekly fair rent for assured tenancy in Manchester
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the maximum fair rent for a property, calculating it to be £70.50 per week using the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Enfranchisement Premium at £22,000
Financial Penalties Confirmed for Breach of Licence Conditions
The First-tier Tribunal confirmed penalties for breaches of licence conditions, reducing one penalty from £2,550 to £1,237.5 and confirming a person at £4,250. These penalties were imposed for failing to maintain proper inspection logs and failing to install smoke alarms.
First-tier Tribunal Upholds Financial Penalty for Failing to License Property
Tribunal Upholds £1.3 Million in Service Charges for Residential Flats in Portsmouth
Tribunal Allows £X Repairs Without Consultation in Scunthorpe
Tribunal Allows £1,500 Roof Repairs Without Consultation for Flat in Manchester
Right to Manage Company Allowed to Skip Consultation for Urgent Repairs
Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £92.00 Per Week Under Rent Act 1977
Tenant Wins Case Against Service Charges for Building Insurance
The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant does not have to pay for insurance of the entire building or related a person fees if these are not specified in the lease agreement. This ruling applies to future payments but does not address past payments.
Tribunal Sets £600 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Dudley
Tribunal sets £4573.36 service charge for assured tenancy in London
Tenant Found in Breach of Multiple Lease Terms
The First-tier Tribunal found that a tenant had violated several conditions of their lease, including maintenance and alteration restrictions. The ruling highlights the importance of adhering to lease agreements to avoid penalties.