Rent Determination for Assured Tenancy Under Housing Act 1988
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £192.00, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed 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 they pay under their assured tenancy. However, the 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, a tenant can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2) of the same act.
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 (Property Chamber) assessed the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The decision took effect on 10th October 2020, setting the weekly rent at £192.00 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BD/MNR/2021/0012
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]
Judge D [NAME]
Landlord [RESPONDENT], [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 192.00 Per week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10th October 2020
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable n/a Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 29/01/2009
6. Length of the term or rental period monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs s.11
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord none
9. Description of premises Unmodernised terraced house, three bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, downstairs bathroom, kitchen, and garden
Chairman Judge D Brandler Date of Decision 1st July 2021
📊 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 tribunal determined the rent to be £192.00 per week.
- The decision on the rent assessment took effect from October 10, 2020.
- The property is described as an unmodernised terraced house with three bedrooms, two reception rooms, a downstairs bathroom, kitchen, and garden.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the weekly rent at £192.00 for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for assessing rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to assess the rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a rent assessment under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant financial records were likely considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.