Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They followed the Housing Act 1988 to determine the appropriate weekly rent.
⚖️ 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 decide on the open-market rent, considering various factors such as the type of tenancy and any improvements made by the tenant.
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, considering the relevant factors and statutory requirements.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AJ/MNR/2022/0024
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 11a [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Landlord Notting [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 121.03 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 06 June 2022
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable N/A Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 23 June 1997
6. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S.11 & S.22 – Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises Ground floor converted flat of 2 rooms, kitchen, bathroom/wc
[NAME] of Decision 13th June 2022
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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's right to have rent set according to the Housing Act 1988 was recognized.
- Courts consistently allowed claims where tenants requested rent adjustments under the Act.
- When tenants presented valid claims under the Housing Act, courts supported them.
- The Housing Act 1988 provides a clear basis for setting rent levels for tenants.
- Cases where the tenant followed proper procedures under the Act were generally successful.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- (No factors identified that went against the claimant in the provided cases.)
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.
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 the framework for setting rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument about the statutory framework for rent determination was crucial.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant.
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 statutory provisions and relevant factors 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.