Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy Set by First-tier Tribunal
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £1250 per month. This decision ensures the rent is fair and follows the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined according to 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 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 certain factors like improvements made by the tenant.
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 Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the rent at £1250 per month, effective from 7 October 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AK/MNR/2023/0180
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 26 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
N [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 1250 Per Per calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 7 October 2022
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable nil Per month
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included n/a
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 March 1994
6. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly periodic
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Per tenancy
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises Former 4 level terraced house late C19th divided and converted into self contained flats. Property is 1 bedroom, living room/ kitchen, bathroom/wc. Full gas fired central heating. Single glazed windows. Located in residential area Pimlico. Google Streetview at July 2022.
Note: The landlord is not obliged to charge this market rent but, may not charge more.
Chairman N Martindale Date of Decision 5 September 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the rent to be £1250 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent determination takes effect from 7 October 2022.
- The amount included for services in the rent is negligible or not applicable.
- The property is a 1-bedroom flat with a living room/kitchen and bathroom/wc, featuring full gas-fired central heating.
- The property is located in the residential area of Pimlico.
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 periodic tenancy at £1250 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, ensuring the rent is fair and reasonable.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around determining a fair rent 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 under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the property and previous rent agreements likely played a role.
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 consult a solicitor for such cases.