Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £750, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision took effect on 11 November 2019.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14, a tenant under an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the monthly rent at £750 excluding certain costs. The decision took effect on 11 November 2019.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BG/MNR/2019/0139
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 19 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 1 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & Mr [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 750.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 11 November 2019
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st July 2017
5. Length of the term or rental period 4 Weekly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 – Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
8. Description of premises Single room in house in multiple occupation. Shared use of kitchen/bathroom.
[NAME] of Decision 14th January 2020
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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 requested a rent setting according to the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
- The rent was determined based on the open market value, adjusted for relevant factors.
- Improvements made with landlord consent were considered in the rent adjustment.
- Cases involving adjustments for anti-social behavior were also allowed.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- There are no concrete factors listed in the provided cases that went against the claimant.
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 at £750 for an assured periodic tenancy.
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 rent.
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 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 should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included details of the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.
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.