Tribunal sets £655/month rent for assured tenancy in London
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They considered factors such as the property's condition and the terms agreed upon between the tenant and landlord.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined according to the Housing Act 1988, section 14, which was applied in this case to set the monthly rent at £655.00.
📖 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 property's condition, the terms of the tenancy agreement, and any relevant improvements or failures to comply with the terms.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £655.00 per calendar month, excluding certain charges but including others as specified in the tenancy agreement.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, taking into account the property's condition and the terms of the tenancy agreement.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BP/MNR/2022/0173
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 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 16 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 655.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 27 October 2022
3. The amount included for services is Not applicable Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 27 October 2021
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises Semi-detached house; living room, kitchen, conservatory: 2 double bedrooms; double glazing (defective); central heating.
[NAME] of Decision 21 February 2023
📊 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 is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The First-tier Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £655.00, effective from 27 October 2022.
What was the dispute about?
The dispute was about setting the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £655.00.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided to set the rent at £655.00 per month, effective from 27 October 2022, under the Housing Act 1988, section 14.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of the Housing Act 1988, section 14 to determine the monthly rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can expect their rent to be determined according to the Housing Act 1988, section 14.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The judgment does not specify the evidence or documents that mattered.