Housing & Tenancy

Cost Orders Denied in Service Charge Dispute

First-tier Tribunal Orders Refund of Reserve Fund Monies to Lessees

First-tier Tribunal Appoints Manager for Northumberland Court

Tribunal Grants £1450 Roof Repairs Dispensation for Second Floor Flat in South London

Tribunal reduces £30,000 penalty to £12,000 for property owner's non-compliance with improvement notice

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4172071

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4172153

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4172152

First-tier Tribunal Approves Freehold Interest Valuation

Tribunal Rules Service and Admin Charges Payable and Reasonable for Tenancy in Hertfordshire

Tribunal rules £254.86 service charges unreasonable for assured tenancy in Manchester

Tribunal Sets £750/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in SE19

Tribunal sets £268/week rent for assured tenancy in Thornton Heath

Reasonable Market Rent for Assured Tenancy Set by First-tier Tribunal

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonable market rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy by comparing similar properties in the open market. The rent was set at £335 per week.

Tribunal Sets £120 Weekly Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy in Manchester

Open Market Rent Determination for a Flat with Disrepair Issues

The Tribunal decided on the open market rent for a flat, considering factors such as disrepair and the lack of certain amenities. The rent was set at £600 per month, effective from July 1, 2019.

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenant Based on Open Market Value

The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent for a tenant based on an open market valuation, excluding certain costs, after inspecting the property and reviewing written submissions.

Tenant Ordered to Pay £5,017.50 in Administration Charges

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay £5,017.50 in administration charges related to a breach of covenant application. The charges covered legal and administrative costs incurred by the landlord.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Roof Repairs Dispensation, Denies Water Pipe Repairs

Tribunal Grants £10,000 Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation in Manchester

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to skip the consultation process for urgent roof repairs. The repairs were needed to fix leaks and prevent further damage to the building. The Tribunal found the repairs were urgent and necessary, allowing the dispensation.