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 £700, excluding some taxes. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their assured 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 application must meet certain conditions, such as not being made if the rent is already set by a previous determination or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £700 excluding certain taxes.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00GG/MNR/2024/0051
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 13 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [NAME] [NAME]
Landlord [APPELLANT]
Tenant [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £700.00 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 19 March 2024
3. The amount included for services is - Not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 16 December 2016
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord and Tenant Acxt 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
8. Description of premises Mid terraced house with 3 bedrooms
Chairman V [NAME] of Decision 19 September 2024
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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 an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy as per the Housing Act 1988.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It decided the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides guidelines for determining rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine 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 seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and financial records likely played a role.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to higher courts.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for cases involving rent determinations.