Tribunal sets £900/month rent for assured tenancy in Birmingham
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £900, which took effect in August 2024. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, specifically for an assured periodic tenancy starting on 16 August 2023.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured 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 challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £900 per month, effective from 16 August 2024.
📜 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 £900 per month, effective from August 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2024/0186
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 64 Durham Tower, Birmingham, [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [NAME] Landlord Agent: [RESPONDENT] Landlord Agent: 6 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £900 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 16 August 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 16 August 2023
5. Length of the term or rental period Periodic 6. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A 8. Description of premises 2 Bed flat on 15th Floor including kitchen toilet and shower
Chairman Nicholas Wint FRICS Date of Decision 6 November 2024
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £900 per month.
- The decision on the rent will take effect from 16 August 2024.
- The amount for services was not applicable in this rent determination.
- The tenancy commenced on 16 August 2023.
- The property is a 2-bedroom flat on the 15th floor, including a kitchen, toilet, and shower.
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 £900 per month, effective from 16 August 2024.
What was the dispute about?
The dispute was about setting the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £900 per month.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided to set the rent at £900 per month because it was determined under the Housing Act 1988, section 14.
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, section 14 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, section 14.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The judgment does not specify the evidence or documents that mattered.