Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £800, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision applies to the property located at the address, Wolverhampton.
⚖️ 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 they pay. The tribunal will then decide a fair rent based on what a willing landlord might charge in the open market for a similar property. The application can't be made if the rent was already determined by a previous decision under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £800 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/41UB/MNR/2023/0238
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 333 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 9 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT]
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: 19 March 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 November 2021
5. Length of the term or rental period Periodic - Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises 3 bed terraced house comprising two living rooms, kitchen, bathroom, and garden.
[NAME] of Decision 19 March 2024
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 determination of their rent under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No factors identified as all cases resulted in the tenant's request being allowed.
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 for an assured periodic tenancy at £800.
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 for rent determination.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the statutory requirements for determining rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
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 should ensure their rent is determined according to the relevant statutes.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included documentation related to the tenancy agreement and statutory requirements.
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 always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.