Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £700
📌 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. This decision was made under 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 with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their 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 determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy, excluding rent amounts. 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 set 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, setting the monthly rent at £700 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BN/MNR/2022/0184
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 3 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] [NAME], 364 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] and [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £700.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14 November 2022
3. The amount included for services is Not applicable Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 14 November 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Housing Act
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Carpets and cooker
8. Description of premises A 3 bed terraced property. Development of 8 similar properties. 3rd bedroom is very small. Generally in good repair but front and rear doors defective. Parking space but no yard or garden.
[NAME] of Decision 4th January 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The court recognizes the tenant's right to have their rent assessed under the specified act.
- Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 provides a clear entitlement for tenants to have their rent determined.
- The Housing Act 1988 supports the tenant’s request for rent determination.
- The legal framework under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 is applied consistently in favor of tenants.
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 £700 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides for the determination of rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to set the rent for the assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, as the rent was set according to the Housing Act 1988.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure that their rent is determined according to the relevant provisions of the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included details about the property and the tenancy agreement.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is generally advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.