Flat 1, 81 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1PP
Condition: The property has one bedroom with no window and old unsuitable furniture, including soiled mattresses. There are issues with electric meters and fire safety according to a council improvement notice.
Evidence considered
- The third bedroom is suitable and has a window.
- Landlord provided mattress toppers but not new mattresses.
- Tenant refused access for repairs and inspections, leading to issues with electric meters and fire safety.
- Tenant breached the tenancy agreement by refusing access and failing to pay rent after the first month.
Tenant submitted evidence: yes. Landlord submitted evidence: yes.
Tribunal's reasoning
The Tribunal found that there are sufficient similar properties in the locality let on assured tenancies. The current rent of £4983.33 pcm is not significantly higher than what the landlord might reasonably expect to obtain, considering the property's condition and location. Tenant's claims about disrepair and fear of landlord were deemed unconvincing. Therefore, the current rent remains payable at £5000 pcm.
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