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Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was determined to be £675 per month, effective from May 22, 2019.

⚖️ 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, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the 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.

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📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal determined 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 decision took effect on 22 May 2019, setting the rent at £675 per calendar month.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BT/MNR/2019/0022

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 36 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Ms [RESPONDENT]

[ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Ms [APPELLANT] [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 675.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 22 May 2019

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

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 22 July 2011

5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord No inspection.

8. Description of premises 3rd Floor: P/B, S/C, flat in 4 storey block. No inspection but inspected number 44 (vacant). 2 double bedrooms. 1 ensuite, bathroom (B/WHB) (WC/SL). Open plan kitchen/ living room. 2x balcony.

[NAME] of Decision 08 May 2019

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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 £675.00 per calendar month.
  • The tribunal's decision on the rent took effect on May 22, 2019.
  • The assured tenancy for the premises began on July 22, 2011.
  • The rental period for the tenancy was on a calendar monthly basis.
  • The liability for repairs was determined according to the existing tenancy agreement.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £675 per month.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a 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, specifically 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 appropriate rent.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was for the person who brought the case.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation can seek a determination of rent through the First-tier Tribunal under the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

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 advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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