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First-tier Tribunal sets rent for assured periodic tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) ruled on a request to increase the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the rent at £2100 per month, effective from October 2021, following the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy if the landlord seeks to increase the rent.

Topics

tenancy agreementsrent increasesregister of rents

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 under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then set the rent at a level that a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the 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) decided on a register of rents for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the rent at £2100 per month, effective from October 2021, under the Housing Act 1988.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AH/MNR/2021/0163

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 1 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Mr [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & [NAME] [APPELLANT] [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 2100.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 07 October 2021

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable 0.00 Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 12th March 2021

6. Length of the term or rental period 12 Months

7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 – Landlord & Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord In accordance with agreement.

9. Description of premises A four bedroom 1970s built detached house with 2 reception rooms, kitchen and bathroom. Rear garden and allocated parking.

[NAME] of Decision Monday 13th December 2021

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant is entitled to a rent determination based on the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant is entitled to a fair market rent adjusted for the property's condition and amenities.
  • The tenant is entitled to a rent level that reflects the property's condition and market comparables.
  • The tenant is entitled to a rent adjustment based on the condition of the property and market comparables.
  • The tenant is entitled to a register of rents if the landlord seeks to increase the rent.

❌ Tends to be rejected

  • (No factors identified that went against the claimant in the provided 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 £2100 per month, effective from October 2021.

Who was involved?

The landlord requested an increase in rent, and the tenant contested the increase.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided to set the rent at £2100 per month, based on the Housing Act 1988.

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 legality of the rent increase under the Housing Act 1988.

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

The decision was for the tenant, who contested the rent increase.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent increase request complies with the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence included the tenancy agreement and relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.

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

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

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