Housing & Tenancy
Housing & Tenancy judgments from UK courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Residential Lessees Exempt from Service Charge Costs in Dispute
The First-tier Tribunal decided that residential lessees should not have to pay the landlord's costs in proceedings that were not taken for their benefit. This means that the residential lessees will not be charged for costs related to disputes with commercial tenants.
First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4172206
Tribunal Allows Urgent Roof Repairs Without Full Consultation in York
The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to skip certain consultation steps for urgent roof repairs needed to fix water leakage issues in residential apartments. The repairs were considered urgent to protect the residents of the top floors and maintain the property's integrity.
Tribunal Grants Permission for Emergency Repairs Without Consultation in Liverpool
Tribunal Grants £1622.19 Rent Repayment Order for Unlicensed HMO in London
Tribunal Grants £10,000 Fire Safety Works Dispensation for London Property
Tribunal sets £19,250 lease extension premium for flat in Broxbourne
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the premium for a lease extension using graphs of relativity, rejecting the respondent's reliance on older sales evidence.
Tribunal Sets £640/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rent for a rented property. They set the rent at £640 per month, excluding some costs like water rates and council tax, but including fuel charges. This decision was made according to the Rent Act 1977.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £140 Per Week Under Rent Act 1977
Tribunal Grants Tenant Right to Manage Premises in London NW5
A tenant successfully obtained the right to manage their property through a claim made under the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. The First-tier Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, allowing them to take control of property management.
Tribunal sets £138.50 weekly rent for assured tenancy in Southend-on-Sea
First-tier Tribunal Appoints Manager to Resolve Breaches and Unreasonable Charges
First-tier Tribunal Reduces Fine for Unlicensed Properties
Financial Penalty Reduced Due to Low Culpability and Harm
RTM Company Ordered to Pay Costs and Application Fee
Tribunal Determines Fair Rental Rate for Tenanted Property
The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rental rate for a rented property, considering the landlord's request and the improvements made by the tenant. The rate was set at £680 per month, effective from July 16, 2019.