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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal assessed the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The tribunal set a monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including any specified amounts in paragraph 3, effective from May 21, 2023.

⚖️ Legal holding

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

Topics

rent assessmentassured periodic tenancy

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. However, an 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.

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 a monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paragraph 3. The decision took effect on May 21, 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BK/MNR/2023/0233

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 63 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT], 1 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 2,850 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 21 May 2023

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable N/A Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 11 December 2013

6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None notified

9. Description of premises 1 bed flat on 5th floor of larger, circa 1930s, mixed-use building.

[NAME] of Decision 12 September 2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant disputes the rent with the landlord.
  • The property is in disrepair or poor condition.
  • The rent is adjusted based on the condition of the property.
  • The rent is set at a fair market rate.
  • The rent is assessed and set by the First-tier Tribunal.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The First-tier Tribunal assessed the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.

How did the court decide, and why?

The tribunal decided based on the provisions of the Housing Act 1988 to set a monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including any specified amounts.

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 of the Housing Act 1988 was the central reasoning.

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

The decision was in favour of the tenant.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone with an assured periodic tenancy can have their rent assessed by the First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tribunal considered the terms and conditions of the tenancy agreement.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often 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 specific cases involving rent assessment.

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