Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £975
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £975, which took effect on March 21, 2023. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988, section 14, which was applied in this case to determine the rent at £975 per month.
📖 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. However, such an application cannot be made 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. Additionally, tenants can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar tenancy in the open market.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £975 per month, effective from 21st March 2023.
📜 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 £975 effective from March 21, 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/37UB/MNR/2023/0018
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 192 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [NAME] C [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr & Mrs [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £975 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 21st March 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 21st March 2021
5. Length of the term or rental period 6 months
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord & Tenant Act
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises A modern detached house comprising entrance hall with cloakroom off, lounge, dining kitchen, utility room, on the first floor. The landing leads to bedroom 1 with ensuite shower, two further bedrooms and bathroom. Gas central heating. UPVC double glazing. Rear garden. Single garage.
[NAME] of Decision 22/05/2023
📊 How courts decide similar cases
Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £300/week rent for assured tenancy in London
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4163057
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4164606
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £740/month rent for assured tenancy in Manchester
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal Sets £140 Weekly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Hull
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £1650/month rent for assured tenancy in London
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £3,400/month rent for assured tenancy in London
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal Sets £765 Monthly Rent for Assured Tenancy in Manchester
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £750/month rent for assured tenancy in Hull
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Decision — Case 4163310
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal sets £1850/month rent for assured tenancy in London
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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 £975 per month.
- The decision on the rent took effect from March 21, 2023.
- The property is a modern detached house with an entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen, utility room, three bedrooms, and a bathroom.
- The house includes gas central heating, UPVC double glazing, a rear garden, and a single garage.
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 £975 per month, effective from March 21, 2023.
What was the dispute about?
The dispute was over the amount of rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided to set the rent at £975 per month, effective from March 21, 2023, based on the Housing Act 1988, section 14.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of the Housing Act 1988, section 14 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, setting the rent at £975 per month.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988, section 14.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The judgment does not specify the evidence or documents that mattered.