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First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £825, which excludes water rates and council tax but includes other specified amounts. This decision took effect on January 14, 2021.

⚖️ 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, section 14 allows a tenant with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the 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, tenants can also apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar tenancy 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 (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £825 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in the judgment. The decision took effect on 14 January 2021.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/31UB/MNR/2021/0001

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 10 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] (Hons) FRICS Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] 18 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr & Mrs [APPELLANT] & [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £825.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14 January 2021

3. The amount included for services is

not applicable 0.00 Per

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 14 January 2019

5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs L + T 1985

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord

8. Description of premises Modern Semi [NAME] of Decision 15 April 2021

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

Allowed11 cases
Other1 case

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⚖️ 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 granted, allowing the rent to be determined under the specified act.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • No specific factors identified as leading to an unfavorable outcome in the provided cases.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £825 per month.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a 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 statutory requirements.

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 statutory requirements for determining rent under an 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 refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The statutory provisions and the terms of the tenancy agreement were likely considered.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to a higher court.

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

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

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