Housing & Tenancy

First-tier Tribunal Grants Urgent Fire Alarm Repairs Without Consultation

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Property in Totnes

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on a fair market rent for a property in Totnes. They took into account the property's condition, the responsibility for repairs, and the energy efficiency rating. The final rent set was £630 per month, effective from June 24, 2025.

First-tier Tribunal Upholds £2,825 Penalty for Unlicensed Tenancy

The First-tier Tribunal upheld a financial penalty of £2,825 against the Applicants for failing to obtain a selective licence for a rented property. The Tribunal ruled that the Applicants were responsible for ensuring the property was licensed under the Housing Act 2004.

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Assured Tenancy

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision

The First-tier Tribunal determined a new rent of £1,465 per month for an assured periodic tenancy after considering comparable evidence and making adjustments for the tenant's responsibilities.

Right to Manage Application Struck Out Due to Procedural Defects

Financial Penalty Increased for Operating Unlicensed HMO

First-tier Tribunal Determines Reasonable Service Charges Owed by Tenant

First-tier Tribunal Allows Recovery of Landlord's Legal Costs in Service Charge Disputes

Fair Rent Determination for a Property - First-tier Tribunal Decision

Tenant Wins Repayment of Holding Deposit Excess Under Tenant Fees Act 2019

First-tier Tribunal Approves Emergency Call System Upgrade Without Lessee Consultation

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a landlord to install a new digital emergency call system without consulting the tenants, finding it reasonable due to the urgent need for a reliable system and the lack of comparable alternatives.

Tenant Wins Challenge Against Service Charges

The tenant successfully challenged the landlord's service charges for the years 2019-2023 and 2024, arguing that the landlord failed to provide proper certification and accounts. The First-tier Tribunal agreed, finding the charges unreasonable under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

Tribunal Allows Urgent Roof Repairs Without Consultation

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Payability

First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charge Reasonableness

First-tier Tribunal Determines Reasonable Costs Under 1993 Act

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonable costs for a lease application under the 1993 Act. The claimant sought a new lease and the costs were determined by the Tribunal on September 18, 2025.

RTM Company Granted Dispensation for Careline Upgrade

The First-tier Tribunal allowed a Real Tenants Management (RTM) company to bypass certain consultation requirements to upgrade the emergency call system in a retirement block. The decision ensures that vulnerable residents have access to reliable emergency services.

Service Charge Payable But Not Monthly: First-tier Tribunal Decision

The First-tier Tribunal decided that a service charge was payable but the landlord could not demand monthly payments as per the lease terms. The ruling was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

First-tier Tribunal Grants Rent Repayment Orders Due to HMO Licensing Breach