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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 £892, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision applies to the tenancy starting from July 14, 2019.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy as per 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 payable under an 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 the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar periodic tenancy.

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 decision took effect on 30/05/2024, setting the monthly rent at £892 excluding water rates and council tax.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00FY/MNR/2024/0035

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 107 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Mr [RESPONDENT] Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] 20 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE], Wollaton Nottingham

Tenant [NAME]

1. The rent is: 892.00 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 30/05/2024

3. The amount included for services is not applicable

Per

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 14th July 2019 5. Length of the term or rental period Periodic 6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord and Tenant Act 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Unfurnished 8. Description of premises Three bedroom terraced house with two reception rooms, kitchen and bathroom. Gas central heating. Mainly Double glazed

[NAME] of Decision 30/05/204

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined a new rent for the property.
  • The decision for the new rent takes effect on a specific date.
  • The property is a three-bedroom terraced house with specific features.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £892 per month.

Who was involved?

The tenant and the landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides for rent determinations for assured periodic tenancies.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 for determining the rent.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was for the person who brought the case.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for rent determinations.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the applicable law 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.

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