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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 weekly rent at £350, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from July 12, 2023.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.

Topics

tenancy agreementrent determination

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. The tribunal will then determine the open-market rent, considering factors such as the periodic nature of the tenancy and the terms of the original agreement.

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

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.

📜 Headnote Official document

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £350 per week, effective from 12 July 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00AE/MNR/2023/0172

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 46 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Judge Cohen Tribunal Member A [RESPONDENT] The Hive, [ADDRESS], London, [POSTCODE]

[NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 350.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 12 July 2023

*3. The amount included for services is not applicable

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*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 17th October 2005

6. Length of the term or rental period Assured Tenancy

7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.

9. Description of premises 2 bedroom terraced house on ground and first floor with central heating.

Chairman Judge Cohen Date of Decision 12th July 2023

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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Other1 case

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant requests a rent setting according to the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
  • The tenant seeks a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant asks for a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant demands a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant requests their rent to be set according to the Housing Act 1988.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • No specific losing factors identified in the provided cases.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £350 per week.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining rent.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the statutory requirements for setting rent under an assured periodic tenancy.

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

The decision was for the tenant.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions were considered.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

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

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

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

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