Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the weekly rent at £132.78. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988 and applies to the tenancy in question.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a determination of the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent for 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 based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar tenancy.
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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the weekly rent at £132.78 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. LON/00AF/MNR/2021/0087
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 25B [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Landlord [COMPANY] 467 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 132.78 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 05 April 2021
*3. The amount included for services is 18.61 Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 15th December 2008
6. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 – Landlord & Tenants Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises A 1st floor converted flat with 2 bedrooms, reception room kitchen bathroom/WC the flat has central heating and shared use of the garden
[NAME] of Decision Wednesday 21st July 2021
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Tenancy
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant seeks a determination of rent under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant requests a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The tenant is requesting a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with the Housing Act 1988.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the weekly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £132.78.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the 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 rents for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.
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 under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the tenancy agreement and relevant financial records 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.