Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on a fair rent of £777.00 per month for a property, following the guidelines set by the Rent Act 1977. This ensures that tenants pay a reasonable amount for their accommodation.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a fair rent as determined by the Rent Act 1977.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set a fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal set a fair rent of £777.00 per calendar month for a property under the Rent Act 1977, excluding water rates and council tax but including specified amounts.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
FR24 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CT/F77/2024/0004
Notice of the Tribunal Decision
Rent Act 1977 Schedule 11
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were 39 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
[NAME] and [APPELLANT]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The fair rent is £777.00 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3&4)
2. The effective date is 8 July 2024
3. The amount for services is n/a Per n/a
not applicable
4. The amount for fuel charges (excluding heating and lighting of common parts) not counting for rent allowance is n/a Per n/a
not applicable
5. The rent is not to be registered as variable.
6. The capping provisions of the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999 apply (please see calculation overleaf).
7. Details (other than rent) where different from Rent Register entry
Landlord has modernised the kitchen
8. For information only:
The fair rent to be registered is not limited by the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999, because it is the same as/below the maximum fair rent of £873.00 per month prescribed by the Order.
[NAME] of decision 8 July 2024
📊 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 a fair rent as determined by the Rent Act 1977.
- The fair rent calculation takes into account the Retail Price Index and relevant orders.
- The fair rent determination excludes certain costs and is not registered as variable.
- The fair rent is set by the Tribunal and does not exceed the maximum fair rent calculated according to the Rent Acts.
- The tenant is entitled to have their fair rent determined according to the Rent Act 1977.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set a fair rent of £777.00 per month for a property.
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 Rent Act 1977, ensuring the rent is fair and reasonable.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Rent Act 1977 and its Schedule 11 were applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around determining a fair rent under the Rent Act 1977.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting a fair rent.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent is fair according to the Rent Act 1977.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence regarding the property's value and the current rental conditions were considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can be appealed to higher courts.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.