Housing & Tenancy

Cost Recovery for Right to Manage Claim Determined

Claimant's Service Charge Demand Rejected, Respondent Entitled to Refund

Tribunal Grants £1,500 Scaffolding Costs Dispensation for Tenants in London

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Essential Roofing Works

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Major Works in London Property

First-tier Tribunal Rejects Registration Fee Addition

In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal decided against adding a registration fee to a lease extension, stating that the original lease did not include such a fee. The decision was based on the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993.

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Budget Validity

Service Charge Budgets and Consultation Requirements for Major Works in Marinas

Tribunal Sets £146 Weekly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Newcastle

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for an assured tenancy by evaluating the property's condition and comparing it to similar properties in the area, adjusting the landlord's proposed rent.

Tribunal Sets £435/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

The First-tier Tribunal has decided on a fair rent for a property. They set the rent at £435 per month, excluding certain costs like water rates and council tax but including fuel charges. This decision follows the rules laid out in the Rent Act 1977.

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4172996

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977. The decision considered the Retail Price Index and relevant orders to determine the fair rent.

Tribunal Sets £119/week Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in London

Tribunal Sets £115/Week Fair Rent for Semi-Detached Cottage in East Norfolk

Tribunal Grants £3,924 Repair Works Dispensation Without Full Consultation

Tribunal Sets £700/month Rent for Assured Tenancy in March Area

The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for a semi-detached bungalow at £700 per month after considering comparable properties and the condition of the home.

Tribunal Sets £41,000 Freehold Price for Birmingham Property

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a tenant to acquire a freehold interest under the Leasehold Reform Act 1967. The valuation process included a three-stage approach to determine the appropriate value.

First-tier Tribunal Decides on Lease Breach Issues

Tenant Entitled to Clear and Reasonable Service Charge Calculation for Major Works

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a tenant is entitled to clear and reasonable calculations for service charges related to major works. The tribunal adjusted the amount payable to reflect the actual costs incurred, ensuring fairness and transparency in the process.

Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Property Considering Tenant Improvements

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent for a property, considering the tenant's improvements and the availability of similar properties in the area. They set the fair rent at £139.00 per week.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Rent Considering Tenant Improvements