Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £595 per month, starting from February 1, 2023.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under Section 14 of 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 their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the open-market rent, considering factors such as the type of tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the existing tenancy. Additionally, certain factors like improvements made by the tenant or reductions due to non-compliance are disregarded when determining the rent.
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 (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £595 per calendar month, effective from 1 February 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CG/MNR/2023/0048
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 105 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mrs [RESPONDENT] LL.B Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 354 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 595.00 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 February 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 01 February 2015
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None save fridge freezer, cooker, washing machine. Let without window or floor coverings save some worn lino in kitchen, toilet and bathroom.
8. Description of premises End terrace mid 20 century two bedroomed house with front and rear gardens, off road parking for several vehicles, garage, living room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom and separate toilet. Kitchen, bathroom and toilet in very poor repair. Garage and paths in poor repair.
[NAME] LL.B Date of Decision 12 October 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under Section 14 of 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 decided the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
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, setting the rent at £595 per month.
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 Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
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 regarding the property condition and previous rent agreements likely mattered.
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 get a solicitor for such cases.