42 Bakers Lane, Woodston, Peterborough, PE2 9QW
Condition: No major repair issues but general fair wear and tear, with the property described as 'tired' in some areas, including reported mould and blown double-glazing units.
Evidence considered
- List of comparable properties with rents ranging from £775 to £995 per month
- Reference to an adjoining property (41 Bakers Lane) recently let at £850 per month following renovation
- Home Inspection Report (advisory, Peterborough City Council) and video inventories showing property condition
- Tenant-provided room-by-room schedule of condition with photographs showing mould and glazing issues
Tenant submitted evidence: yes. Landlord submitted evidence: yes.
Tribunal's reasoning
The tribunal first assessed the market rent for the property in usual open-market condition at £850 per month, based on comparable evidence and its own knowledge of Peterborough rental values. It then applied a £75 per month discount to reflect general wear and tear and disrepair (mould, blown glazing units) evidenced by photographs and videos, while noting it must disregard tenant-made improvements but need not adjust for tenant-effected repairs. This produced a determined market rent of £775 per month, effective from the date specified in the landlord's notice.
Read the original decision (PDF, GOV.UK)
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