Sham Transactions and False Labels Flashcards
1
Q
What does Street v Mountford say about false labels?
A
It does not matter what you call it, labelling it won’t be a defining feature. HL in this case stated that the courts should be mindful of landlords using different terms to avoid obligations of the Housing Act and Rent Act.
2
Q
What happened in Crancour v Da Silvaesa?
A
The landlord suggested that they would offer various services which they never did, later claimed the they had a licence. HELD: sham transaction and declared it as a tenancy
3
Q
What happened in Westminister City Council v Jones?
A
Shelter for homeless men sharing with others, there was a transition of residents within the property. HELD: licence only, the nature of the shelter was to provide short term accommodation.
