Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £875 Monthly
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £875, starting from October 2021. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ 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 determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £875 per month, effective from October 2021.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2021/0059
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 36 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 81 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £875.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 October 2021
3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 April 2020
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Not Applicable
9. Description of premises 2 Storey semi-detached house comprising 2 living rooms, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom and front and rear gardens with garage.
[NAME] of Decision 12 November 2021
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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 £875.00 per month.
- The decision on the rent determination took effect from October 1, 2021.
- The property is a two-storey semi-detached house with three bedrooms and gardens.
- The tenancy commenced on April 1, 2020, with a monthly rental period.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £875 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 allows for rent determinations for assured periodic tenancies.
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 statutory right to have the rent determined under 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 if they believe their rent is unfair.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and previous rent payments likely played a role.
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 recommended to get legal advice from a solicitor for cases involving rent determinations.