Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1025 per month, excluding some charges. This decision affects tenants and landlords dealing with assured periodic tenancies under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that 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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the monthly rent at £1025 excluding certain charges, effective from October 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AZ/MNR/2022/0145
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) LLM Property Law MA
Landlord [NAME] c/o [NAME], 112 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1025.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 October 2022
*3. The amount included for services is: 25.00 Per Month
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st January 1998
6. Length of the term or rental period Calendar Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises Self contained ground floor studio flat
[NAME] of Decision 3rd November 2022
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The request is made in accordance with the Housing Act 1988.
- The court upholds the tenant's right to receive the register of rents.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- The case outcome was listed as "Other," indicating an exception or different ruling.
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 £1025 per month, excluding some charges.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the dispute over rent.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which outlines how rent should be determined for assured periodic 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 calculation of the rent amount and the inclusion of certain charges.
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 previous rent records likely played a role in the decision.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to higher courts.
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 cases.