Rent Assessment for Assured Shorthold Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal assessed the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy, setting the monthly rent amount and the date it becomes effective, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to the Housing Act 1988 Section 22.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988 Section 22, a tenant can apply to a tribunal for a fair rent assessment if certain conditions are met. These include that the rent is not already determined under this section, the tenancy is not covered by section 19A and over six months have passed since the start of the tenancy, and the rent is significantly higher than what could reasonably be expected in the area.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal assessed the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy, determining the monthly rent amount and the date it takes effect, based on the Housing Act 1988 Section 22.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BK/MNR/2019/0122
Notice of the Tribunal Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Shorthold Tenancies (Section 22 Determination)
Housing Act 1988 Section 22
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 65B [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Ms [NAME] [NAME] BA (Hons) [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [COMPANY] 45 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & Mrs [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1700.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14 September 2019
*3. The amount included for services is
negligible
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured shorthold tenancy commenced 14 August 1995
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly Periodic
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Tenancy Agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
9. Description of premises 2 bedroom self-contained flat with kitchen, bathroom/WC and living room.
[NAME] BA (Hons) [NAME] of Decision 15th November 2019
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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 tenant requests a rent assessment under the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant claims their rent should reflect the property's condition, including any disrepair.
- The tenant seeks a rent assessment under Section 22 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant asks for their rent to be set according to Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant demands a fair rent assessment under the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- There are no significant factors listed that went against the claimant in the provided cases.
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 amount and the date it takes effect for an assured shorthold tenancy.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for assessing rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 22 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument regarding the application of the Housing Act 1988 was crucial.
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 assessed according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant documentation 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 recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.