Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Judgment
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £700, excluding water rates and council tax, but including any amounts specified in the judgment. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a fair rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant with an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their tenancy. The tribunal will then determine a fair rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination takes into account the periodic nature of the tenancy and ensures that the terms of the new tenancy match the original one, except for the rent amount.
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 set the rent at £700 per month for an assured periodic tenancy, effective from 24 March 2023, following a hearing under the Housing Act 1988.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CQ/MNR/2023/0001
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 382 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Judge Claire-Elaine Payne Mr [NAME] J Satchwell Mr [NAME]
Landlord Mr [RESPONDENT] and Mrs [RESPONDENT] [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] and Miss [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £700.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 24 March 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per ----------
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 27 August 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period 12 month fixed term
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Shared
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Unfurnished
8. Description of premises 1930s mid terrace house in an established residential area of Coventry with reasonable local amenities. Accommodation consists of 3 bedrooms, upstairs bathroom, hall, living room, kitchen, double glazing (worn), central heating (not working), front and rear gardens.
Chairman Judge C Payne Date of Decision 24 March 2023
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 is entitled to a fair rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No significant factors identified that went against the claimant in these cases.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent at £700 per month 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, ensuring a fair rent determination.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
Ensuring a fair rent determination under the Housing Act 1988 was crucial.
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 their rent is fairly determined under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence regarding the property and the tenancy agreement likely mattered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
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.