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Rent Determination for Assured Shorthold Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy. The rent was set at £1450 per month, excluding certain costs like water rates and council tax. 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.

Topics

rent determinationassured shorthold tenancy

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.22

Under the Housing Act 1988, section 22 allows a tenant of an assured shorthold tenancy to apply to an appropriate tribunal for a determination of a fair rent. However, applications cannot be made if the rent has already been determined under this section, if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy, or if the tenancy falls under certain conditions outlined in section 20(4). When making a determination, the tribunal considers whether there are enough similar properties in the area and whether the current rent is significantly higher than what could reasonably be expected.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £1450 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in the judgment.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BD/MNR/2019/0121

Notice of the Tribunal Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Shorthold Tenancies (Section 22 Determination)

Housing Act 1988 Section 22

Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 4 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

[NAME] BA (Hons) [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]

[RESPONDENT] c/o [RESPONDENT], 104 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant Mrs [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 1450.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 October 2019

*3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured shorthold tenancy commenced October 2000

6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly Periodic

7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 – Landlord & Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.

9. Description of premises 3 Bedroom house (incl. box room) with kitchen, bathroom/WC and living room.

[NAME] BA (Hons) [NAME] of Decision 15th November 2019`

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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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 £1450.00 per calendar month.
  • The new rent decision takes effect from October 1, 2019.
  • The property is described as a 3-bedroom house, including a box room, kitchen, bathroom/WC, and living room.
  • The tenancy is a monthly periodic assured shorthold tenancy that began in October 2000.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the rent for an assured shorthold tenancy at £1450 per month.

Who was involved?

The landlord and the tenant were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides guidelines for setting rents.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument about the appropriate rent amount 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 refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.

What evidence or documents mattered?

Evidence related to the property and the terms of the tenancy agreement were likely 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.

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