Housing & Tenancy

Tribunal Determines Fair Rent for Listed Property

Tribunal Upholds HMO Licensing Decision with Occupancy Restrictions

Tribunal Sets Reasonable Service Charges for Tenancy in Gloucester

Tribunal Sets Rent at £400 for Assured Tenancy

Tribunal dismisses rent repayment order application for £3,900 in Derby

The First-tier Tribunal rejected a tenant's request for a rent repayment order because there wasn't enough evidence to prove the landlord's misconduct under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977.

First-tier Tribunal Declares Service Charges Unreasonable and Unpayable

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that certain service charges and administration fees were unreasonable and thus not payable, protecting tenants from unreasonable financial burdens.

Service Charges Found Unenforceable in First-tier Tribunal Decision

In a recent First-tier Tribunal decision, service charges were found to be unenforceable because they lacked the necessary certification and statutory information. The decision highlights the importance of landlords providing accurate and compliant service charge demands.

Reasonable Costs for Lease Extension Determined by First-tier Tribunal

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Prohibition Order Against Unsafe Residential Property

Tribunal Varies Management Order in Property Dispute

The First-tier Tribunal varied a management order in a dispute over property management and service charges. The tribunal addressed several issues including contributions, repairs, and costs.

Tribunal Sets £877/Month Fair Rent for Assured Tenancy in Hemel Hempstead

First-tier Tribunal Determines Relativity Rate for Lease Extension

In a recent case, the First-tier Tribunal decided on the relativity rate for extending a lease. They used non-Prime Central London graphs to calculate the rate, resulting in a relativity rate of 87.99% and a premium of £22,160.

Tribunal Partially Allows Service Charge Claim for Shared Ownership Flat Owners in High Wycombe

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the legality of various service charges for leaseholders. The Tribunal found that some charges were reasonable and should not be challenged, while others were subject to further review until final accounts were available.

First-tier Tribunal Decides Property Suitable for Elderly Occupation

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a a person is suitable for elderly occupation based on its design, heating system, and accessibility. The Tribunal inspected the a person and considered its suitability for elderly persons.

First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Due to Motorway Noise and CPO Risk

The Tribunal reduced the rent for a property near a busy motorway to £1300 pcm, considering the noise pollution and the risk of the property being compulsorily purchased in the future.

Tenant Maintains Rent at £600 After Successful Appeal

Tribunal sets £42,875 premium for new lease in SE5

The First-tier Tribunal granted a tenant's a person for a new lease under the Leasehold Reform Act. The decision was based on a valuation report provided by the tenant's representative, and the premium was set at £42,875.

Tenant's Anti-Social Behavior Found to Violate Lease Conditions

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant's behavior, specifically the improper disposal of cigarette ends, violated the lease conditions. The ruling highlights the importance of respecting lease agreements and maintaining a safe environment for all residents.

Tribunal sets £575/month rent for assured tenancy in Birmingham

The Tribunal reduced the proposed rent from £624 to £575 per month because the property was in poor condition, including issues like leaking showers and missing window furniture.

Residents' Association Granted Qualifying Status Under Mobile Homes Act 1983

The First-tier Tribunal recognised a residents' association under the Mobile Homes Act 1983, granting them the right to consult on matters affecting the mobile home park.