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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal determined the monthly rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £700 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any additional amounts specified.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed and set by the First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

tenancyrent assessment

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to the appropriate 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 under similar conditions.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal assessed the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting it at £700 per month. The decision took effect on December 1, 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property ChamberFile Ref No. MAN/00EH/MNR/2023/0425

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 4 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [NAME] (No 6) [RESPONDENT] c/o [RESPONDENT], 2 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £700.00 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 December 2023

3. The amount included for services is: not applicable

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 August 2019

5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs Standard – Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 S11

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Unfurnished.

8. Description of premises Modern Mid-Terrace House, 1 Reception, 3 Bedroom, Kitchen, Bathroom, plus GF WC, plus Single Garage.

[NAME] of Decision 15 January 2024

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £700.00 per calendar month.
  • The tribunal's decision regarding the rent took effect from 1 December 2023.
  • The property was described as a modern mid-terrace house with specific rooms and a single garage.
  • The tenancy was an assured periodic tenancy that commenced on 1 August 2019.
  • The landlord was liable for repairs according to Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The First-tier Tribunal determined the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to set the rent at £700 per month.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The tenant's right to have their rent assessed under Section 14 was the central issue.

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

The decision was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair monthly rent.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone with an assured periodic tenancy can seek a rent assessment under Section 14 if they believe their rent is unfair.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The terms of the tenancy agreement and relevant housing legislation were key to the decision.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions can often be appealed within specified time limits.

Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?

It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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