Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The decision was made effective from February 2019, setting the monthly rent at £555 excluding water rates and council tax.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per 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 an assured tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the open-market rent, considering factors such as the periodic nature of the tenancy and the terms of the original agreement.
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, issuing a register of rents effective from February 2019.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00FY/MNR/2019/0003
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 31 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] c/o 5 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Miss [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £555.00 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 February 2019
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 September 2014
6. Length of the term or rental period Periodic
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord & Tenant Act
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord none
9. Description of premises A mid terraced house comprising front lounge, dining room, kitchen, lobby and bathroom. On the first floor are two bedrooms. Gas central heating. Most windows double glazed. Small rear yard / garden.
[NAME] of Decision 2 April 2019
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as required by the Housing Act 1988.
- The court consistently rules in favor of tenants seeking a register of rents under the specified act.
- The Housing Act 1988 explicitly grants tenants the right to request a register of rents.
- Previous similar cases have uniformly supported tenants' rights to obtain rent registers.
- The legal framework under the Housing Act 1988 clearly entitles tenants to receive a register of rents.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- There are no significant factors identified that go against the claimant in the provided similar cases.
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 £555 per month, effective from February 2019.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides for the determination of rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent for the assured periodic tenancy.
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 refer to the Housing Act 1988 for determining the rent for their assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included documentation related to the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory requirements.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, 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.