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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 £565, starting from March 24, 2023.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy pursuant to 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 an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market.

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 £565 per month, effective from March 24, 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/37UD/MNR/2022/0117

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 3 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] [NAME] 130 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £565.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 24 March 2023

3. The amount included for services is/is negligible/not applicable ---------- Per -----------

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 24/01/2014

5. Length of the term or rental period 12 months

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord and Tenant Act

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

8. Description of premises A self contained ground floor flat comprising entrance hall, lounge/dinning/kitchen, double bedroom, bathroom, Double glazing, Electric heating, single garage.

[NAME] of Decision 24/03/2023

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £565.00 per month.
  • The decision on the rent amount took effect on 24 March 2023.
  • The property is a self-contained ground floor flat with specific features.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £565 per month.

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 allows for rent determination 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 application of the Housing Act 1988 for determining the rent.

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

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence likely included details of the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.

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.

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