The Scott Schedule is the backbone of any service charge tribunal case. Judges will read it repeatedly and rely on it to structure the decision. If your Scott Schedule is scruffy your case is scruffy.
Column structure
| Col | Header | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| A | Item | Short description of the disputed charge |
| B | Year | Service charge year |
| C | Amount claimed | £ figure per demand |
| D | Applicant's case | Why it is unreasonable / not payable |
| E | Applicant's figure | £ the leaseholder says is fair |
| F | Respondent's case | Landlord's response |
| G | Respondent's figure | Landlord's £ (usually as demanded) |
| H | Evidence | Bundle page references |
| I | Tribunal determination | Left blank for panel to complete |
Worked example row
| Item | Year | Claimed | Applicant | Applicant £ | Respondent | Respondent £ | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | 2024 | £14,200 | Twice weekly quoted; only weekly delivered; no s.20 for QLTA | £7,100 | Weekly is per specification; extra hours reasonable | £14,200 | B12–15; C22 |
Golden rules
- One row per disputed item — do not lump.
- Fixed monetary counter-figures beat "reduce as tribunal sees fit".
- Every row cross-referenced to a bundle page.
- Keep the schedule editable in Excel; provide PDF for the bundle.
Related
- [How to prepare a tribunal bundle](/guides/how-to-prepare-a-tribunal-bundle-for-the-property-chamber)
- Download an editable [Scott Schedule template](/resources).
Frequently asked questions
Can I add rows during a hearing?＋
Only with permission. The tribunal will not welcome surprises — file amended schedules by directions deadlines.
Should each column include totals?＋
Yes — cumulative totals help the tribunal see the arithmetic and check for errors.
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