Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy Under Housing Act 1988
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1560, starting from January 2023. This decision was made according to 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, section 14 allows a tenant with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent that a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.
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 £1560 per month, effective from January 2023. The decision was made based on the relevant statutory provisions and the circumstances of the tenancy.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00BD/MNR/2023/0026
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 4 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] c/o [RESPONDENT], 104 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mrs [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1560.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1st January 2023
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 2000
6. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
9. Description of premises A Victorian mid terrace house located in an established road with 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, rear garden.
[NAME] of Decision 28th June 2023
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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 requests a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The request is consistently granted by the court.
- There are no significant opposing arguments presented in the cases.
- The court upholds the tenant's right to have their rent determined.
- All cases except one are decided in favor of the tenant.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- Only one case resulted in an outcome other than allowed, indicating minimal opposition.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £1560 per month, effective from January 2023.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved in this 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 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of the relevant statutory provisions under the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the person who brought the case, likely 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 evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the statutory provisions under the Housing Act 1988 mattered.
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 cases involving rent determination.