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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. They set the monthly rent at £1750, which took effect in June 2023.

⚖️ 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 challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then determine 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 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 £1750 per month, effective from June 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AP/MNR/2022/0205

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 45 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] [NAME] [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] 62 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & Mrs [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 1750 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 June 2023

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable Not applicable Per Month

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 16 November 2017

6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly tenancy

7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with lease terms

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord As specified in the amended inventory dated

9. Description of premises A two storey mid terraced house that offers the following accommodation: lounge, kitchen , conservatory, 2 bedrooms , bathroom , separate WC and roof space bedroom with ensuite shower, WC and hand basin. The dwelling has a garden to front and rear.

[NAME] of Decision 13 June 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 requests a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
  • The request is consistently granted by the court.
  • There are no significant opposing arguments presented.
  • The court upholds the tenant's right to have their rent determined.
  • All cases result in the tenant's favor except for one outlier.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • One case resulted in an "Other" outcome, indicating some deviation from the norm.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It decided the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.

Who was involved?

The tenant and the landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, setting the rent at £1750 per month.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

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

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

The decision was for the person who brought the case.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation can seek rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal under the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant documentation were likely considered.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions like this can be appealed to a higher court.

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

It is recommended to get legal advice from a qualified solicitor for cases like this.

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