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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

In this case, the First-tier Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1850 after the tenant disputed the landlord's proposal. The decision was made under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 if they dispute the landlord's proposed rent increase.

Topics

tenancyrent determination

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 a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal can also consider 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 might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. This determination takes into account the nature of the tenancy and any relevant improvements or conditions affecting the property.

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 at £1850 per month for an assured periodic tenancy, following a dispute between the tenant and landlord over proposed rent increases.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Other

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. TR/LON/00BF/MNR/2023/0251

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 39 Prince of [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Mr [RESPONDENT] [NAME]

[ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Ms [APPELLANT] [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 1850.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 July 2023

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable 0.00 Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st April 2018

6. Length of the term or rental period 12 months

7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with agreement

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

9. Description of premises A mid terrace two storey 1930’s built house with three bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom/wc. Rear garden with dilapidated garage and parking on the frontage.

[NAME] of Decision 26th October 2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

Allowed11 cases
Other1 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 tenant disputes the landlord's proposed rent increase.
  • The rent is adjusted based on the property's condition.
  • The rent is adjusted based on local market conditions.
  • The tenant is entitled to a fair market rent.
  • The tenant is entitled to a rent adjustment based on the property's condition and market conditions.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £1850 per month.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were in dispute over the rent of a property.

How did the court decide, and why?

The Tribunal decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the fair rent for the tenancy.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was used to set the rent.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The tenant's dispute over the landlord's proposed rent increase was key in setting a fair rent.

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

It is unclear without knowing which party initiated the case, but the Tribunal set a specific rent amount.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone disputing their landlord's proposed rent increase can seek a determination from the First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The specific details and agreement between tenant and landlord regarding the property were likely considered.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal, but it depends on the specifics of each case.

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

It is always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor when dealing with tenancy disputes.

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