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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. The landlord requested a determination of the rent amount based on statutory provisions, and the tribunal set the rent at £2,400 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including other specified amounts.

⚖️ Legal holding

A landlord is entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with statutory provisions.

Topics

tenancyrent determination

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under this section, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent for an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that a willing landlord would 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 determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting a monthly rate excluding water and council tax.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CJ/MNR/2023/0263

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 [ADDRESS] upon Tyne [POSTCODE]

Mr ID [NAME] TD BA BSc FRICS Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] and [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME], [NAME], 16 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

[NAME] and [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £2,400.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 5 March 2024

3. The amount included for services is not applicable

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 5 January 2023

5. Length of the term or rental period 12 Months

6. Allocation of liability for repairs Standard

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

8. Description of premises Mid-terrace house built around 1870, whole terrace substantially refurbished around 10 years ago. Accommodation comprises 2 Reception, Kitchen/open lounge, 6 Bedroom, 6 Bathroom, Utility, boiler room, central heating, rear yard, situated close to the City Centre.

[NAME] of Decision 18 September 2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

Allowed11 cases
Dismissed1 case

A snapshot of this collection — not a prediction of your case's outcome.

⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The rent is set at a reasonable market rate based on comparable properties.
  • Rent adjustments are made by a First-tier Tribunal if disputed.
  • Rent is adjusted for service charges and minor defects.
  • Rent is set according to the Housing Act 1988.
  • Rent includes adjustments for improvements and disrepair issues.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • A landlord determines the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ 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 landlord requested a determination of rent, and a tenant was involved in the proceedings.

How did the court decide, and why?

The tribunal decided based on statutory provisions under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The landlord's request for a rent determination under statutory provisions was the central issue.

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

The decision was in favour of the landlord, setting the requested rent amount.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone seeking to determine rent under an assured periodic tenancy should follow statutory provisions and seek determination from the First-tier Tribunal.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The statutory provisions and relevant documentation regarding the tenancy were key.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

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

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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