Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £550 per month, effective from 2nd November 2023, following the provisions of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to 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 considers the periodic nature of the tenancy and ensures that the terms of the new tenancy match the original, except for the rent amount.
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 £550 per month, effective from 2nd November 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CW/MNR/2023/0239
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 157 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Mr G S Freckelton FRICS Nr N Wint FRICS
Landlord [NAME] 27A [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] & [NAME]
1. The rent is: £550 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 2nd November 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 2nd March 2020
5. Length of the term or rental period 6 Months
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord & Tenant Act
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
8. Description of premises
A self-contained ground floor flat comprising Living room, Kitchenette, Bedroom and Bathroom. Gas central heating. There is a shared communal garden and parking for 1 vehicle.
Chairman G S Freckelton FRICS Date of Decision 6th February 2024
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant successfully cited the Housing Act 1988 to support their claim.
- The court consistently recognized the tenant's entitlement under the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- No specific factors identified as leading to an unfavorable outcome for the tenant.
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 £550 per month.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides guidelines for determining rent.
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 determine the rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the person who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the applicable law were considered.
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.