First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They considered the property's condition and market standards, setting the rent at £1,650 per calendar month.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a fair rent assessment based on the property's condition and market standards.
📖 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. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination considers the property's condition and market standards.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy based on the property's condition and amenities.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy based on the property's condition and market standards, setting the rent at £1,650 per calendar month.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. TR/LON/00AH/MNR/2023/0450
Notice of the Tribunal Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Periodic Tenancies (Section 14 Determination) (with reasons)
Housing Act 1988 Section 14
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Judge: A. Jack Valuer Member: K. [RESPONDENT] of Groves, HIgh Wych, Hertfordshire, [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 1,650 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 November 2023
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable N/A Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 11 June 2021
6. Length of the term or rental period 12 Months
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises First Floor Flat. 2 Rooms, Kitchen, Bathroom. 2nd floor – small room.
MR22
REASONS Inspection The Tribunal did not inspect the property but considered this case on the basis of the papers provided by the parties. Evidence There were no written submissions from the parties. The Tribunal considered evidence made in the application, from Rightmove, Google Maps and our own expert knowledge. Determination and Valuation This is a self-contained first floor flat in a purpose built modern block close to the centre of Croydon. The accommodation is comprised of 2 rooms, a kitchen, bathroom and a w.c. There is a small bedroom/storage room on the second floor. Having consideration of our own expert, general knowledge of rental values in the area, we consider that the open market rent for the property in the condition and with the amenities the market would expect to be in the region of £1,650 per calendar month.
Judge A. Jack Date of Decision 25 April 2024 With reasons on 27 May 2024
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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 property's condition is considered for rent adjustments.
- Local market conditions influence the fair rent assessment.
- Comparable rents in the area are used to determine fair rent.
- Rent is adjusted based on the property's condition and amenities.
- Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 is applied to determine fair rent.
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 £1,650 per calendar month.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the property's condition and market standards.
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 property's condition and market standards.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the person who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should consider the property's condition and market standards when determining rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Rightmove data, Google Maps, and expert knowledge 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 always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.