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First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £825 per month, effective from 28 March 2023.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

rent determinationassured periodic tenancy

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured tenancy. However, the application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then decide the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market.

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. The decision took effect on 28 March 2023, setting the rent at £825 per calendar month.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/32UB/MNR/2022/0151

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 15 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tribunal Judge J E Oliver Tribunal Member P Mountain

Landlord [NAME] 28 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 825.00 Per Calendar Month

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 28 March 2023

3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 30 September 2021

5. Length of the term or rental period 6 months followed by monthly tenancy

6. Allocation of liability for repairs Per tenancy agreement

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord All floor coverings and fitted bed in bedroom 3.

8. Description of premises Semi detached house in large housing estate comprising 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom

Chairman J Oliver Date of Decision 28 March 2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

Allowed11 cases
Other1 case

A snapshot of this collection — not a prediction of your case's outcome.

⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant requests a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
  • The request is consistently granted by the court.
  • There are no significant opposing arguments presented.
  • The court upholds the tenant's right to have their rent determined.
  • All cases where the tenant follows the procedure are allowed.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • No specific factors identified as leading to an unfavorable outcome for the tenant.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £825 per month.

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 provides for the determination of rent for assured periodic tenancies.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.

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 can seek a determination of rent under 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 of the First-tier Tribunal can be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.

Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?

It is recommended to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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