First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy at £800
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £800, which took effect in December 2023. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988, section 14, which was applied in this case to determine the rent for a two-bedroom terraced house.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14, a tenant under an assured tenancy can 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. Additionally, a tenant can also apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then determine the rent at which the property might reasonably be expected to be let in the open market by a willing landlord under similar conditions.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £800, excluding certain charges.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14. The rent was set at £800 per month, effective from December 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CS/MDR/2023/0005
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 45 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 57 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £800 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 15 December 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 15 May 2021
6. Length of the term or rental period Periodic - Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord -
9. Description of premises 2 bed terraced house with living room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom and rear garden.
[NAME] of Decision 7 May 2024
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to a fair rent for an assured periodic tenancy based on the open market value of similar properties.
- A landlord is entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A landlord may increase the rent of an assured periodic tenancy if it is reasonable and reflects market conditions, ignoring tenant improvements.
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 £800 per month, effective from December 2023.
What was the dispute about?
The dispute was about determining the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided to set the rent at £800 per month, effective from December 2023, based on the Housing Act 1988.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 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 person who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can expect their rent to be determined according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The judgment does not specify the evidence or documents that mattered.