Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £170, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from June 6, 2022.
⚖️ 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 under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market.
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 £170 per week, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from June 6, 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CJ/MNR/2022/0098
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 [ADDRESS], Benwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] [ADDRESS], Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £170.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in para 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 06 June 2022
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 24 May 1993
5. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Standard
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises Terrace House, 2 Reception, Kitchen, 3 Bedroom, Bathroom, rear yard
[NAME] of Decision 7 November 2022
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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A snapshot of this collection — not a prediction of your case's outcome.
⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a rent determination under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No relevant factors identified in the provided cases that went against the claimant.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It decided the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the relevant provisions of the Housing Act 1988.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument regarding the calculation and determination of the rent 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 ensure they understand the relevant provisions of the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions mattered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions like this can typically be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.