Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1500, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then decide what rent the property could reasonably expect in the open market if rented by a willing landlord. This applies to periodic tenancies where the periods match those of the current tenancy.
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 decision took effect on 20 June 2023, setting the monthly rent at £1500 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BD/MNR/2022/0203
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] [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] Mr [RESPONDENT] 76A [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1500 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 20 June 2023
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced July 1993
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly periodic
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 to s14 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Gas cooker
9. Description of premises 2 storey mid terrace house of 2 bedrooms, box room reception room, kitchen and small garage. In poor external repair.
Chairman A [NAME] of Decision 20 June 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the monthly rent to be 1500 pounds.
- The decision on the rent determination takes effect on June 20, 2023.
- The property is a two-storey mid-terrace house with two bedrooms, a box room, a reception room, a kitchen, and a small garage.
- The property was noted to be in poor external repair.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1500, excluding water rates and council tax.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining 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 for the tenant, as it set the rent according to the statutory requirements.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure they understand the statutory requirements for rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included documentation related to the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.
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 generally advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.