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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £850, starting from January 2024.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of 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 their assured tenancy. However, the application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market.

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 (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £850 per calendar month, effective from January 2024.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CQ/MNR/2023/0267

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 34 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]

[COMPANY] 7 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Modou Ndou & [NAME]

1. The rent is: £850.00 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 January 2024

3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 January 2021 5. Length of the term or rental period Six months 6. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Unfurnished. 8. Description of premises Three bedroom terraced house.

Chairman [NAME] B.Sc. (Est. Man.) FRICS Date of Decision 26 April 2024

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the monthly rent to be £850.00.
  • The new rent determination takes effect from January 1, 2024.
  • The premises are a three-bedroom terraced house.
  • The tenancy is an assured periodic tenancy.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £850 per month, effective from January 2024.

Who was involved?

The decision involved a tenant and a landlord.

How did the court decide, and why?

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

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the appropriate rent for the tenancy.

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

The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination for their assured periodic tenancy.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the applicable law under the Housing Act 1988.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.

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 determination under assured periodic tenancies.

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