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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £900, which took effect in August 2023. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

rent determinationassured periodic tenancy

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide on a 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 for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.

📜 Headnote Official document

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £900 per month, effective from August 2023, following a hearing at the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BR/MNR/2023/0339

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 29 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tribunal Judge Catherine Wood Tribunal Member [NAME]

Landlord [NAME] 52 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 900.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 August 2023

3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 01 July 2021

5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Tenancy Agreement

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

8. Description of premises Double fronted T/H; driveway with parking/small lawned area. Living room; kitchen; 3 beds (2 double, 1 single); wc; bathroom (WHB/B/Sh). Rear garden with shared ginnel access

Chairman Mrs Catherine Wood Date of Decision 12 January 2024

📊 How courts decide similar cases

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant is entitled to have their rent confirmed under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £900 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 agreement between the tenant and landlord.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the calculation and legality of the rent under the Housing Act 1988.

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 ensure their rent is legally set according to the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions 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 recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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