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Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £360, starting from April 3rd, 2023. This decision was made by Chairman Duncan Jagger.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

rent determinationassured periodic tenancy

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.

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📖 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 £360 per week, effective from April 3rd, 2023. The decision was made by Chairman Duncan Jagger of the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AP/MNR/2023/0063

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 [ADDRESS], Harringay, London, [POSTCODE]

Mr [RESPONDENT]

Landlord London & [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 360 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 3rd April 2023

*3. The amount included for services is not applicable

Per

*4. Service charges are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 3rd October 1994

6. Length of the term or rental period Weekly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with agreement

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None

9. Description of premises A Victorian mid terrace house with three bedrooms, living room, kitchen bathroom/wc, rear garden.

Chairman Duncan Jagger Date of Decision 5th [NAME] 2023

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the rent for the assured periodic tenancy to be £360 per week.
  • The decision on the rent took effect from April 3, 2023.
  • The tenancy began on October 3, 1994, and was a weekly rental period.
  • The liability for repairs was determined to be in accordance with the existing agreement.
  • The premises were described as a Victorian mid-terrace house with three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, and a rear garden.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £360 per week.

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 for rent determinations.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 for determining 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 can seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence likely included details of the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.

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.

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