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First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent of £71 Per Week

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £71 per week for a tenant. This decision was made under the Rent Act 1977 and excludes certain costs like water rates and council tax.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a fair rent as determined by the Rent Act 1977.

Topics

fair renttenancy agreement

Provisions

Rent Act 1977 Schedule 11

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal set a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) set a fair rent of £71 per week for a tenant under the Rent Act 1977. The decision excluded water rates and council tax but included fuel charges.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

FR24 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CK/F77/2022/0029

Notice of the Tribunal Decision

Rent Act 1977 Schedule 11

Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 12 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] TD FRICS Mrs [APPELLANT]

Landlord Mr [APPELLANT]

Tenant [NAME]

1. The fair rent is £71.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3&4)

2. The effective date is 27 October 2022

3. The amount for services is not applicable

4. The amount for fuel charges (excluding heating and lighting of common parts) not counting for rent allowance is

not applicable

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 15% exemption.

7. Details (other than rent) where different from Rent Register entry

[NAME] of decision 27 October 2022

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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⚖️ 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 tenant's right to a fair rent is clearly stated under the Rent Act 1977.
  • The court consistently upholds the tenant's entitlement to a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
  • The tenant's application for a fair rent determination is supported by the Rent Act 1977.
  • The tenant's request for a fair rent determination is in line with the Rent Act 1977.

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 £71 per week for a tenant.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Rent Act 1977, which sets fair rents for tenants.

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 determine the 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 determination under the Rent Act 1977.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the current rent 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 recommended to get advice from a qualified solicitor for cases involving fair rent determinations.

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