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 weekly rent at £253.85, excluding some charges, starting from April 1st, 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under 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 cannot be 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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £253.85 per week, effective from 1 April 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/44UC/MNR/2024/0049
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 34B Croft Pool Bedworth Warwickshire [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [RESPONDENT] [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [APPELLANT] [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £253.85 Per week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 April 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable £1.98 Per week
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 24 May 2004
6. Length of the term or rental period Periodic - Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord -
9. Description of premises 3-Bed semi-detached house with living room, kitchen, WC, bathrooms and garden. Shared parking to front.
[NAME] of Decision 23 May 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 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 set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £253.85 per week.
Who was involved?
A tenant and their landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, setting a fair rent for the property.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument about what constitutes a fair rent under the Housing Act was crucial.
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 through the First-tier Tribunal.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence regarding the property's value and comparable rents likely influenced the decision.
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 consult a solicitor for legal advice on such matters.