Authoritative UK websites and guides we reference
These are the official UK resources we reference when building your LeaseholderFight letter. Useful if you want to dig deeper into leasehold law, service charges, and the First-tier Tribunal process.
Main law protecting leaseholders. Sets rules on service charges, repair obligations, and enfranchisement rights.
Legislation.gov.uk - LTA 1985 - UK Parliament
Official guidance on your rights as a leaseholder, service charges, and dispute procedures.
gov.uk/leasehold-rights - UK Government
Independent tribunal hearing leaseholder disputes over service charges and repair obligations.
gov.uk/first-tier-tribunal-property - Courts and Tribunals Service
Free advisory service for leaseholders on disputes and rights.
lease-advice.org - LEASE
Free expert guidance on leasehold rights and service charge disputes.
shelter.org.uk - Shelter
No. Service charges must be reasonable and demanded in accordance with the lease. You can challenge them through the tribunal.
You can take them to the tribunal for breach of the repairing obligation. The tribunal can order repairs and award damages.
Yes. If service charges are unreasonable or repairs aren't done, you can apply to the First-tier Tribunal for free.