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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1100, starting in June 2020. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

tenancyrent determinationassured periodic tenancy

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 their assured 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 application cannot be made if the rent is already set by a previous determination 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 determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £1100 per month, effective June 2020.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AY/MNR/2020/0110

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 50A [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] c/0 GRML, 1st floor, Citygate, St. [ADDRESS], Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 1100.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 June 2020

*3. The amount included for services is/is

negligible/not applicable Not applicable Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 31st May 1993

6. Length of the term or rental period monthly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

9. Description of premises A first floor flat with bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/WC

[NAME] B [NAME] of Decision 3rd March 2021

📊 How courts decide similar cases

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant was entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
  • The Tribunal determined the rent to be £1100.00 per calendar month.
  • The decision on the rent amount took effect from June 1, 2020.
  • The tenancy commenced on May 31, 1993, and had a monthly rental period.
  • The landlord provided no furniture for the premises.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the monthly rent at £1100 for an assured periodic tenancy.

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 provides for rent determinations.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the statutory requirements for setting the rent under the Housing Act.

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 rent determination under the Housing Act if they have an assured periodic tenancy.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence likely included details about the property and the tenancy agreement.

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 get a solicitor for such cases to ensure proper representation.

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