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 weekly rent at £210.50, excluding water rates and council tax, starting from 6 April 2020.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. However, the application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the weekly rent at £210.50 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from 6 April 2020.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
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 36a [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord Notting [APPELLANT], 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Miss [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 210.50 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 6 April 2020
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 28.05.2018
6. Length of the term or rental period weekly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Gas oven
9. Description of premises 2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom with toilet, garden
[NAME] of Decision 9 March 2021
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AN/MNR/2020/0085
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under 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 rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £210.50 per week, excluding water rates and council tax.
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 allows for the determination of rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was 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.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a determination of their rent under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the current rent were 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.