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First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) case law

Judgments from the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·18 Jun 2025

First-tier Tribunal Determines Fair Market Rent for Unique Property

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2025

Tribunal rules LPG charges included in mobile home pitch fees

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 Jan 2026

Tenant Breaches Lease by Failing to Provide Proof of Insurance

The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant breached their lease agreement by failing to provide proof of insurance when requested by the landlord. The tenant was required to provide documentation proving that the property was insured, but did not comply with the request.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jan 2026

First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·23 Dec 2025

First-tier Tribunal Upholds Prohibition Orders and Improvement Notice

The First-tier Tribunal upheld the prohibition orders and improvement notice for a property that failed to meet health and safety standards. The decision emphasises the importance of adhering to these standards in residential properties.

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·12 Jan 2026

Tribunal Upholds Modified Gate Rule, Rejects Age Limit

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·20 Mar 2024

First-tier Tribunal Sets £5,690 Annual Fair Rent for Property

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the fair rent for a rental property under the Rent Act 1977. The tribunal used a specific formula to calculate the fair rent, which was determined to be £5,690 per year.

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·04 Apr 2025

Claimant Granted Right to Manage Despite Procedural Issues

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·19 Jun 2024

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Waterproofing Works

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·26 Mar 2021

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Facade Repair Works

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·13 May 2026

Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Electrical Works Without Consultation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·06 Mar 2026

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Social Rented Property in Norfolk

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Repairs

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

Allowed in PartFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £1050 for Semi-Detached House

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·03 May 2026

First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jul 2026

First-tier Tribunal Approves Pitch Fee Increase Based on Inflation

The First-tier Tribunal approved an increase in the monthly pitch fee for a mobile home based on inflation data. The respondents did not challenge the proposal and were given the opportunity but failed to respond.

DismissedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jul 2026

Tribunal Adjusts Financial Penalty for Unlicensed HMO Operation

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jul 2026

First-tier Tribunal sets fair rent for property near railway line

AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 Jul 2026

First-tier Tribunal Quashes Financial Penalties for Property Licence Breaches

A landlord faced financial penalties from Birmingham City Council for not complying with certain safety requirements in their rental properties. However, the First-tier Tribunal quashed these penalties because the council did not provide enough proof of non-compliance.

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