Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Upholds Pitch Fee Increase for Mobile Home in Somerset

Tribunal rules service charge reasonable for Bradford apartments

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that the service charges for the flats were reasonable and payable, dismissing the tenant's claims of racketeering and concealment of expenditures.

Tribunal reduces insurance premiums for assured tenancy in Gravesend

The First-tier Tribunal reduced the unreasonable service charges and insurance premiums demanded by the landlord for the years 2013-2018, adjusting the amounts and making orders under sections 20C and Schedule 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

First-tier Tribunal Rules Insurance Premiums Reasonable

Tribunal Grants £5,000 Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation in Washington

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Fire Safety Repairs in Mirfield

Tribunal Grants £1,500 Urgent Roof Repairs Dispensation in Tyne and Wear

Tenant Not In Breach of Repairing Covenant Due to Washing Machine Flood

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Drainage Works in London SDE12 8PU

Tribunal Extends £1,900/year Management Order for Property in London

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Rule 13 Costs Application

First-tier Tribunal Allows Lease Variation for Effective Management

Landlord Granted Urgent Work Dispensation Without Consultation

The First-tier Tribunal granted permission to a landlord to carry out urgent repairs without consulting tenants first. The repairs were necessary to ensure the safety of the car park users.

Tribunal rules £1,400/year insurance premiums reasonable for assured tenancy in London

Tribunal sets £21,288/year maximum fair rent for assured tenancy in London

Tenant Found in Breach of Multiple Lease Obligations

In a recent case heard by the First-tier Tribunal, a tenant was found to be in breach of several lease obligations, including failing to pay service charges and adhering to various covenants outlined in the lease agreement. The decision was made by Judge S. Lal on 3 May 2019.

Tenant Granted Premium for 90-Year Lease Extension

Tribunal Rejects Application for Fire Door Consultation Dispensation

The First-tier Tribunal rejected an application for dispensation from consultation requirements related to fire door replacements, ruling that there was no urgent need and the applicant misunderstood their statutory duties.

Costs Awarded to Landlord for Tenant's New Lease Claim

Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Cost Claim for Mobile Home Dispute in Morecambe

The First-tier Tribunal denied the claimant's request for costs, ruling the respondent's conduct was reasonable. This means the claimant will not receive reimbursement for costs incurred during the proceedings.