- ✓ Eligibility check
- ✓ Claim letters
- ✓ Tribunal support
- ✓ Recovery enforcement
Rent Repayment Order Claims
When landlords commit serious housing offences, you can claim back up to 12 months rent through First-tier Tribunal proceedings. Our expert RRO service handles complex tribunal claims for unlicensed properties and prosecuted landlords.
Rent Repayment Orders target the most serious landlord violations including unlicensed HMOs, selective licensing breaches, harassment prosecutions, and other criminal offences. These high-value claims can recover substantial rent payments.
Landlord Offences Triggering RROs
Serious housing offences that entitle tenants to claim back rent through tribunal proceedings.
Unlicensed HMOs
Properties requiring HMO licenses but operating without proper licensing from local authorities.
Selective Licensing Breaches
Properties in selective licensing areas operating without required local authority licenses.
Harassment Prosecutions
Landlords prosecuted and convicted for harassment or illegal eviction under criminal law.
Control Orders
Properties under local authority control orders due to poor conditions or management failures.
Prohibition Orders
Properties subject to prohibition orders but still being let out illegally to tenants.
Housing Act Prosecutions
Other prosecutions under Housing Act 2004 for serious housing management failures.
RRO Outcomes & Recovery
Substantial Recovery
Awards up to 12 months rent for serious offences, often resulting in thousands of pounds recovery.
Tribunal Enforcement
Enforceable tribunal decisions with county court powers for collection if landlords refuse payment.
Criminal Conviction Link
Claims linked to criminal prosecutions have higher success rates and maximum award potential.
Legal Cost Recovery
Recovery of application fees and legal costs when claims are successful at tribunal.
RRO Claim Process
Professional RRO Claims
Our Rent Repayment Order service targets the most serious landlord offences through complex tribunal proceedings. When landlords commit criminal housing offences, tenants can claim back substantial rent amounts through specialized legal procedures.
RRO claims require extensive legal knowledge and evidence compilation. Our experts navigate tribunal procedures, prosecution records, and licensing databases to build compelling cases for maximum rent recovery.
- Eligibility assessment
- Prosecution verification
- Tribunal application
- Recovery enforcement
RRO Claims
Recover up to 12 months rent through tribunal proceedings
What's Included in RRO Claims
Eligibility Check
Comprehensive assessment of landlord offences and RRO claim viability through official record searches.
Claim Letters
Professional demand letters and pre-action correspondence before formal tribunal proceedings.
Tribunal Support
Complete tribunal application preparation with expert guidance through First-tier Tribunal procedures.
Evidence Compilation
Comprehensive evidence gathering including prosecution records, licensing searches, and rent documentation.
Recovery Guidance
Expert advice on maximizing awards and enforcement procedures for tribunal decisions.
Legal Support
Ongoing legal guidance throughout tribunal proceedings with expert strategic advice.
Critical Evidence for RRO Claims
Essential Documentation
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Prosecution Evidence
Court records, conviction details, and official prosecution documents proving landlord offences
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Licensing Records
Local authority licensing searches showing absence of required HMO or selective licenses
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Tenancy Evidence
Tenancy agreement, rent payment records, and proof of occupation during offence period
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Property Details
Property configuration, planning records, and evidence of HMO or licensing requirements
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Landlord Conduct
Evidence of landlord's knowledge, warnings received, and willful disregard of legal requirements
⚖️ Legal Requirements
RRO claims require proof of serious housing offences during your tenancy period. Criminal prosecutions significantly strengthen claims and award amounts.
Offence Verification
We conduct thorough searches of prosecution records, licensing databases, and enforcement actions to verify qualifying offences for your claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I claim through an RRO?
Do I need a criminal conviction to claim?
How long do RRO proceedings take?
Can I claim while still living in the property?
What if my landlord appeals the decision?
Are there time limits for RRO claims?
Claim Your RRO Today
Don't let landlord offences go unpunished. Recover substantial rent through tribunal proceedings.