Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £1496.25 Per Month
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1496.25 per month, effective from 20 March 2023. This decision was made according to the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with 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 an assured tenancy, except 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. The tribunal will then decide the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar periodic 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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £1496.25 per month, effective from 20 March 2023. The decision was made by Ian B Holdsworth, Chairman of the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. TR/LON/00BG/MNR/2023/0046
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 104 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [NAME]
Landlord [APPELLANT] 13 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1496.25 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 20 March 2023
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable Negligible Per Month
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 20 November 2020
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with Section 11
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Bed, Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine, Wardrobe Table and Chair.
9. Description of premises A first floor flat comprising one bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living area
[NAME] of Decision 18th April 2023
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 £1496.25 per month.
- The decision on the rent determination takes effect from March 20, 2023.
- The amount included for services in the rent was considered negligible.
- The landlord provided several items of furniture, including a bed, fridge freezer, and washing machine.
- The premises were described as a first-floor flat with one bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchen/living area.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £1496.25 per month.
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 for the determination of rent under assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 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 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 under their assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to 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.