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 Determines Rent for Furnished Flat
Landlord Denied Relief From Roof Replacement Consultations
First-tier Tribunal Orders Landlord to Repay Rent for Unlicensed Property
First-tier Tribunal Sets Market Rent at £1,050 per Month
Tribunal Sets £1,225 Rent for Assured Tenancy in Smethwick
Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Foul Drainage Repairs
Tribunal Grants £5360 for Urgent Roof Repairs in London Tenancy
Tenant Not Liable for Service Charges Due to Non-Compliance
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Building Repairs
Tenant Found in Breach of Lease Covenants by First-tier Tribunal
The First-tier Tribunal ruled that a tenant had violated the terms of their lease by making unauthorised changes to a person and renting it out to multiple unrelated individuals without obtaining the necessary permissions.
First-tier Tribunal Reviews Insurance Premiums Under Lease Agreement
First-tier Tribunal Grants Dispensation for Urgent Lift Repairs
Tribunal rules on major works service charges: Most payable, but not all
Tribunal rules against service charges for standalone leasehold houses
First-tier Tribunal Grants Emergency Dispensation for Safety Measures
A First-tier Tribunal judge allowed a landlord to bypass standard consultation procedures for installing a crash deck to prevent falling debris from concrete cladding, citing an emergency situation and significant health risks. The decision was based on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
First-tier Tribunal Rules on Service Charges: Refunds Ordered
Second Applicant ordered to pay half of hearing costs for unreasonable conduct
First-tier Tribunal Adjusts Rent Due to Property Disrepair
The First-tier Tribunal adjusted the rent for a property in disrepair, reducing the proposed increase to £1,610 per month. The Tribunal considered the poor condition of the property and the health hazards faced by the tenant.
First-tier Tribunal Rejects Tenant’s Breach of Covenant Claim
The First-tier Tribunal dismissed a tenant's claims regarding breaches of covenant and administration charges, ruling in favour of the landlord. The decision was based on evidence that did not support the tenant's allegations.