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 £1800, which took effect on 14 October 2022. 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 section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
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 under this section 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 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 £1800, effective from 14 October 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BK/MNR/2022/0162
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 65B [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mr [COUNSEL](Hons) LLM Property Law MA Mr [COUNSEL] Solicitor
Landlord [COMPANY] 45-47 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & Mrs [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1800.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14 October 2022
*3. The amount included for services is applicable 0.00 Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 14 August 1995
6. Length of the term or rental period Calendar Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
9. Description of premises 2 bedroom self-contained flat with kitchen, bathroom/WC and living room, shared garden
[NAME] of Decision 30th November 2022
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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 £1800.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent took effect from 14 October 2022.
- No amount was included for services in the rent determination.
- The tenancy agreement started on 14 August 1995.
- The premises were described as a 2-bedroom self-contained flat with a shared garden.
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 £1800 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides for the determination of rent under assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, 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 tenant, as the rent was set according to their tenancy agreement.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for determining the rent under their assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988 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 seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.