Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They considered various factors and determined the appropriate rent level according to the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
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. 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. The application can't be made if the rent is already set by a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the 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 First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, considering the relevant factors and statutory requirements.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BA/MNR/2019/0036
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 156 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] QC BA(LAW) LLM QC Miss [COUNSEL] (EST MAN) FRICS Ms [COUNSEL]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 6 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT] , Miss [APPELLANT] & Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1450.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 04 July 2019
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable 0.00 Per -
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 01 April 2013
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985+Clause 7(4) of Tenancy Agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord White goods & sideboard
9. Description of premises End of terrace brick house about 1920’s; single storey flat roof extension to rear. Small front garden + rear garden. Side access shared with next house. 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, kitchen-diner, 2wc’s, 1 small bathroom.
[NAME] QC BA(LAW) LLM QC Date of Decision 4 July 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 £1450.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent determination took effect on July 4, 2019.
- The amount included for services was considered negligible or not applicable.
- The tenancy agreement started on April 1, 2013, for a monthly rental period.
- The landlord provided white goods and a sideboard as furniture for the premises.
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.
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, considering the statutory requirements.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument about the statutory requirements for rent determination.
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 ensure they understand the statutory requirements for rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and statutory requirements were important.
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.