First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £955, excluding some costs like water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant under an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. 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 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 determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £955 excluding certain costs.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Other
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2022/0106
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], Birmingham, [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT], 145 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] & [NAME]
1. The rent is: £955 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 11 January 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 11 August 2020
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A
9. Description of premises Modern mid-terrace house comprising living room, breakfast kitchen, WC with WHB, 3 bedrooms (2 DB + 1 S), family bathroom and ensuite off master.
Chairman Nicholas Wint FRICS Date of Decision 3 May 2023
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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
- Tenant entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- Tenant entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
- Tenant entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy agreement.
- Tenant entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as required by the Housing Act 1988.
- Tenant entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- Landlord entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with 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?
It set the monthly rent at £955 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, which requires a register of rents for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the calculation of the rent according to the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was neither for nor against one side specifically, as it was a determination of the rent.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for determining their rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included details of the tenancy agreement and relevant financial records.
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 seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.