First-tier Tribunal Decides Rent Registration for Assured Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £700, excluding water rates and council tax but including some services. This decision is based on the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The application must meet certain conditions, such as not being made if the rent is already set by a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £700 excluding certain taxes and services.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/30UQ/MNR/2024/0010
Notice of the Tribunal Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Periodic Tenancies (Section 14 Determination)
Housing Act 1988 Section 14
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 4 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 1 Snowdrop Dell, Poulton-le-fylde, Lancashire, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 700.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 15 November 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 15 April 2008
6. Rental period monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Kitchen – hob and oven
9. Description of premises End terrace house: Ground floor – reception room, kitchen. First floor – 3 Bedrooms, bathroom. External: rear/side garden. Double glazing, electric storage heating.
Chairman S [NAME] of Decision 29 May 2024
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the rent to be £700.00 per month.
- The decision on the rent took effect from 15 November 2023.
- The tenancy agreement specified the allocation of liability for repairs.
- The landlord provided a hob and oven in the kitchen.
- The property is an end terrace house with three bedrooms and a bathroom.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £700.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which regulates rent registration for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent for the assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent is registered according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions were considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.