First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent for Tenant
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set a fair rent of £1080 per month for the tenant, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges, under the Rent Act 1977.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set a fair rent for the tenant under the Rent Act 1977.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal set a fair rent of £1080 per calendar month for the tenant, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges, under the Rent Act 1977.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
FR24 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00AY/F77/2021/0262
Notice of the Tribunal Decision
Rent Act 1977 Schedule 11
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 28 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tribunal Judge Aileen Hamilton-[COMPANY]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The fair rent is £1080.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3&4)
2. The effective date is 22 December 2021
3. The amount for services is £153.20 Per Calendar Month
4. The amount for fuel charges (excluding heating and lighting of common parts) not counting for rent allowance is
£48.70 Per Calendar Month
5. The rent is not to be registered as variable.
6. The capping provisions of the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999 do not apply because 1st registration.
7. Details (other than rent) where different from Rent Register entry
None.
Chairman Tribunal Judge Aileen Hamilton-Farey LLB FRICS Date of decision 22/12/2021
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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 is entitled to a fair rent as determined by the Rent Act 1977.
- The fair rent is calculated according to the Rent Act 1977 and related orders.
- The entitlement to a fair rent is clearly stated under the Rent Act 1977.
- The court recognizes the tenant's right to a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
- The fair rent determination process adheres strictly to the Rent Act 1977 guidelines.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No specific losing factors identified in the provided similar cases.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set a fair rent of £1080 per month for the tenant.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Rent Act 1977, setting a fair rent that excludes water rates and council tax but includes service charges.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Rent Act 1977 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of the Rent Act 1977 to set a fair 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 may also seek a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the applicable rent laws were important.
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 always recommended to get advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.