First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1190.00, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then decide what the rent should be based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar property. The application can be made if the rent hasn't been previously determined by the tribunal and if less 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. The decision took effect on 01 September 2022, setting the monthly rent at £1190.00 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00AH/MNR/2022/0121
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 30 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 1st Floor Citygate, St. [ADDRESS], Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1190.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 September 2022
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 April 2019
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
9. Description of premises Victorian mid terrace brick house under a pitched tiled roof comprising 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom/WC ,separate WC, outhouse, rear garden.
[NAME] of Decision 30 October 2022
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a determination of their rent under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- There is no clear pattern of arguments leading to a decision against the claimant in the provided cases.
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 £1190.00.
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 the framework for determining rent.
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 appropriate rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the person who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to 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.