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.
First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4133062
First-tier Tribunal Upholds Landlord’s Denial of Right to Buy
In this case, the First-tier Tribunal ruled in favour of the landlord who denied a tenant’s right to purchase their home based on a person's suitability for a person residents. The decision was made considering factors such as accessibility and design features that cater to independent living needs.
Tribunal Grants £100/month Savings for Tenants Through Longer Term Energy Contracts in Social Housing
In a case before the First-tier Tribunal, the landlord was allowed to bypass certain consultation requirements when entering into long-term contracts for gas and electricity supplies. The decision was made on the condition that the landlord maintains transparency by uploading contract details and comparative data online.
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charges for The Cube Residents
Tribunal Rejects Claim to Enforce Lease Covenants
Tribunal Appoints Manager for Property with Maintenance Issues
Tribunal Rules on Service Charges and Legal Costs
First-tier Tribunal Sets New Rent at £1,250 per Month
Tribunal Caps Fair Rent at Maximum Level Under Rent Act
First-tier Tribunal Decides on Reasonable Service Charges and Costs
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the reasonableness of service charges and ruled that legal and litigation costs could not be recovered as service charges. This decision was made based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
Service Charge Determination for Resort Tenants
This judgment involves leaseholders in a a person complex who sought determination of their service charge liabilities. The First-tier Tribunal reviewed the charges and determined them based on the terms of their leases and relevant legislation.
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Roof and Stair Works
Tribunal dismisses £19,727 service charge challenge in Croydon
First-tier Tribunal Grants Balcony Replacement Dispensation
First-tier Tribunal Imposes Three-Year Banning Order on Rogue Landlord
Tribunal Sets £600 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The decision sets the monthly rent at £600, effective from August 15, 2025, excluding water rates and council tax but including services as agreed.
First-tier Tribunal Sets Open Market Rent at £800 per Month
Tribunal Sets £500 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy agreement. The tribunal set a clear monthly rent of £500, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paragraph 3. The decision also outlines the terms regarding repairs and services.
Tribunal Sets £1995 pcm Rent for Assured Tenancy in London
The First-tier Tribunal determined the market rent for an assured tenancy in Dagenham, adjusting from £2300 pcm to £1995 pcm due to property defects and condition. The decision was based on evidence of repairs, utility responsibilities, and comparable rental values.
