Where can leaseholders challenge the reasonableness of service charges?

Leaseholders can challenge the reasonableness of service charges at a First-tier Tribunal because this body has the jurisdiction to address disputes related to service charges in residential leasehold properties. The First-tier Tribunal provides a specialized forum designed to resolve these types of issues, allowing leaseholders to seek a fair assessment of the charges imposed by their landlords.

The tribunal has procedures in place for considering evidence regarding the services provided and the associated costs, leading to a determination on whether the charges are reasonable. Given its focus on housing and land disputes, the First-tier Tribunal is equipped to handle these matters effectively and expeditiously.

The other options do not serve this purpose. Companies House is primarily concerned with the incorporation and regulation of companies in the UK. The Criminal Court deals with criminal offenses and not civil matters like service charges. The Court of Appeal handles appeals in legal cases but is not the first point of contact for leaseholders wishing to challenge service charges, as initial disputes are generally addressed at the tribunal level.