First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy Under Housing Act 1988
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £117.03, excluding some costs like water rates and council tax but including service charges.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their 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. This applies to periodic tenancies where the terms match the original tenancy except for the rent amount.
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📖 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 £117.03 per week, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2020/0020
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 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] (Hons) FRICS
Landlord [NAME] [ADDRESS], Birmingham, West Midlands, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £117.03 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 06 April 2020
3. The amount included for services is £20.06 Per week
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced April 2007
6. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs L + T 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises First Floor Flat with [NAME] (Hons) FRICS
Date of Decision 18 June 2020
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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 £117.03 per week.
- The decision on the rent took effect from April 6, 2020.
- The weekly rent included an amount of £20.06 for services.
- The tenancy for the first-floor flat commenced in April 2007.
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 £117.03 per week.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining rent for assured tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the statutory requirements for setting rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a determination of their rent through the First-tier Tribunal if they cannot agree with their landlord.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and financial records would be relevant.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for assistance with such matters.