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Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £165, excluding some charges like water rates and council tax. This decision applies from June 18, 2023.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

rent 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. 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). The tribunal will then determine the rent that a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal set 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 £165 per week, effective from 18 June 2023.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BU/MNR/2023/0216

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 97 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [RESPONDENT] [COMPANY], [ADDRESS], Newcastle Upon Tyne, [POSTCODE]

Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £165.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 18 June 2023

3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 21 March 2016

5. Length of the term or rental period Weekly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.

8. Description of premises Inner terrace house: GF – 2 x reception rooms, kitchen & scullery, W/C. FF – 3 bedrooms, bathroom. Double glazing.

[NAME] of Decision 20 September 2023

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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 £165.00 per week.
  • The decision on the rent determination takes effect from June 18, 2023.
  • No amount was included for services in the rent determination.
  • The assured tenancy for the premises began on March 21, 2016.
  • The rental period for the tenancy is weekly.

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 £165 per week.

Who was involved?

The tenant and the landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court followed the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument focused on the statutory requirements for setting 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 through the First-tier Tribunal.

What evidence or documents mattered?

Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions 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 legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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