OtherFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·14 November 2023

First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4163475

Case No.

📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy. The decision includes details such as the monthly rent amount and any included services or furniture from the landlord.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined according to the Housing Act 1988, section 14, which was applied in this case to set the rent at £950 per month.

Topics

tenancyrent determination

Provisions

Housing Act 1988 s.14

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to the appropriate tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might reasonably expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new period, and the terms of the tenancy excluding the rent amount.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £950, effective from 30 June 2023.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent and terms of an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, including the amount of rent per calendar month and the inclusion of furniture provided by the landlord.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Other

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2023/0124

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 80 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

I.D Humphries B.Sc (Est.Man) FRICS Judge D. Salter

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

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £950.00 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 30 June 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 30 August 2016

6. Length of the term or rental period Calendar Monthly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs s.11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Two wardrobes

9. Description of premises 1930s three bedroom semi-detached house

Chairman I.D.Humphries B.sC. (Est.Man.) FRICS Date of Decision 10.10.2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

Allowed10 cases

Other2 cases

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

A tenant challenged a proposed rent increase.
The rent was determined based on the open market value of similar properties.
The rent was assessed considering the condition and location of the property.
The tenant disputed the rent with their landlord.
A tenant requested a fair determination of their rent under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

❌ Tends to be rejected

A landlord attempted to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
A tenant requested a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It determined the rent and terms of an assured periodic tenancy.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows for rent determination by the tribunal.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Housing Act 1988 s.14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The application of Section 14 to determine the rent and terms of the tenancy.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

It is not specified which party initiated the case, but the tribunal made a determination under Section 14.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone facing rent disputes can seek a determination from the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and any relevant documentation regarding the terms of the tenancy were likely considered.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal, but specific rules apply.

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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