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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. They set the monthly rent at £1920, which excludes water rates and council tax but includes service charges.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy according to 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 payable under an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. 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 First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The decision set the monthly rent at £1920, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. TR/LON/00BE/MNR/2023/0021

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 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Mr [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] 59 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] [NAME] and Ms [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 1920 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10 January 2023

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable

Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 10 November 2012

6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord responsible. Tenant responsible for minor internal repairs only as defined in Agreement

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord two sofas

9. Description of premises 3 bedroom, split level first floor purpose built flat in municipal block. Includes kitchen, living room, bathroom, separate WC. Double glazing. Central heating.

[NAME] of Decision 14 May 2023

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £1920 per month.
  • The decision on the rent took effect from January 10, 2023.
  • The landlord is responsible for repairs, with the tenant only responsible for minor internal repairs.
  • The landlord provided two sofas as part of the tenancy.
  • The premises are a 3-bedroom, split-level first-floor flat with specific amenities like double glazing and central heating.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1920.

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, setting the rent according to the agreement between the tenant and landlord.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the calculation of the rent based on the agreement between the tenant and landlord.

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 refer to the Housing Act 1988 for determining their rent.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and relevant documentation were likely 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.

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