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Pensioner successfully challenged costs of sheltered accommodation at UT

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From Landmark Chambers -

Orbit Housing Association Ltd v Robert Vernon [2023] UKUT 156 (LC) 

The Upper Tribunal has found that a “scheme-based support charge” of £18 per week charged to a tenant of sheltered accommodation for the over-55s was not reasonable and therefore not payable. The case highlights the importance – even in relatively low value disputes – of leading positive evidence to support a claim for service charges.

More info and copy of judgment - https://www.landmarkchambers.co.uk/pensioner-successful-in-appeal-challenging-costs-of-sheltered-accommodation/