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 £1900, excluding water rates and council tax but including other specified costs.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to 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 their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The decision takes into account the type of tenancy, the start date, and any relevant notices given under Grounds 1 to 5 of Schedule 2.
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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £1900 excluding certain costs and including others.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00AD/MNR/2022/0022
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 6 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
[NAME] 45 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] & [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1900.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 27 March 2022
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 26 March 2021
6. Length of the term or rental period 12 Months
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Basic white goods, some of which were defective.
9. Description of premises 2 storey semi-detached house from 1930’s. 4 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom, shower room, WC, garage, gardens. Property in fair condition, only. Various defects noted.
[NAME] of Decision 20 June 2022
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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
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No significant factors identified that went against the claimant in these cases.
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 £1900 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the dispute over rent.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, ensuring the rent was fair and reasonable.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the fairness of the proposed rent under the Housing Act.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, confirming the rent amount.
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?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and relevant financial records were likely considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions like this can be appealed to a higher court if there are grounds for appeal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for cases involving rent determination.