First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent and Service Charges for Assured Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy. The decision includes details such as the amount of rent per week and any included services like white goods.
⚖️ Legal holding
A landlord must determine the rent and services charge for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under this section, a tenant under an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. However, such an 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. When an application is made, the tribunal will determine the rent that a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting a weekly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including services provided by the landlord.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Other
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EB/MNR/2023/0200
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 43 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT], [ADDRESS], [ADDRESS], Newcastle upon Tyne, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £87.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 3 April 2023
3. The amount included for services is £15.71 Per week
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 5 January 2021
5. Length of the term or rental period Weekly from Monday 11 January 2021
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord – Section 11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985, structure and exterior plus installations.
Tenant – Internal decorations & suitable floor coverings
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord White goods provided under a separate ‘furniture pack’ at a cost (included in fixed service charge) of £14.44 per week.
8. Description of premises One bedroom ground floor flat
[NAME] of Decision 18 September 2023
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £87.00 per week.
- The decision on the rent and services charge took effect from April 3, 2023.
- The amount included for services in the weekly rent was £15.71.
- The landlord is responsible for repairs to the structure, exterior, and installations as per Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It decided on the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
The landlord and tenant were involved in setting the terms of the rental agreement.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent and service charges.
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 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine rent and service charges.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
It is not specified which party initiated the case, but the decision was made according to legal requirements.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone with an assured periodic tenancy can refer to Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 for rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The rental agreement and details about services provided by the landlord were relevant.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for specific cases involving rent determination.