First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1250, which took effect on September 3rd, 2023.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might 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 tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy, excluding certain factors like improvements made by the tenant.
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 £1250 per calendar month, effective from 03 September 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00DA/MNR/2023/0359
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 [ADDRESS], [NAME], Leeds, [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] [NAME]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] [APPELLANT] 33 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1250.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 03 September 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 19 May 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar month
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord as per section 11 LTA 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises The property is a 3-bedroom detached house with a kitchen and living room/dining room. There is a small garden to the rear and a parking space to the front. The property is close to all of the amenities of [NAME] in a highly desirable and sought after area.
[NAME] of Decision 12 February 2024
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant was entitled to have their rent registered under the Housing Act 1988.
- The Tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £1250.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent registration took effect from 03 September 2023.
- The landlord is responsible for repairs as per section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
- The property is a desirable 3-bedroom detached house with a garden and parking.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1250 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent amount.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument focused on the application of the Housing Act 1988 to set the 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 can expect their rent to be registered according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions were considered.
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.