Rent Registration Confirmed for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They confirmed the rent at £600 per month, including council tax, starting from June 4, 2019.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under 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 applies to a periodic tenancy with the same periods as the original tenancy, starting on the date of the application or at the beginning of the new period specified in the notice.
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 £600 per calendar month, inclusive of council tax, effective from June 4, 2019.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AR/MNR/2019/0064
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 18 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] JP [APPELLANT] 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 600.00 Per Calendar Month (inclusive of council tax)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 04 June 2019
*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 07 January 2017
6. Length of the term or rental period monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs n/a
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Bed, wardrobe, bedside chest of drawers and furniture in common areas.
9. Description of premises Single room on 1st floor of detached HMO house.
[NAME] of Decision 12-7-19
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Decides Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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 is entitled to have their rent registered under the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No specific factors identified that went against the claimant in these cases.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It confirmed the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £600 per month, including council tax.
Who was involved?
The decision involved a tenant and a landlord.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which requires the registration of rents for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to register the rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of the tenant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent is registered according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included documentation related to the tenancy agreement and the calculation of rent.
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.