59 Leven Way, Hayes, UB3 2SS
Condition: The property, a 4-bedroom semi-detached house, was found to be in good condition externally with no disrepair identified.
Evidence considered
- Landlord submitted property marketing details ranging from £2500 to £2999 pcm, given some weight.
- Tenant referred to a nearby property (No. 3 Leven Way) believed to be let at £2400 pcm, considered by the tribunal.
- Tribunal relied substantially on its own expertise and general knowledge of local rental values alongside the comparables provided.
Tenant submitted evidence: yes. Landlord submitted evidence: yes.
Tribunal's reasoning
The tribunal assessed the modernised market rent for the property at £2700 pcm using its own expertise, general knowledge of the area, and the landlord's and tenant's comparable evidence. It then applied a 5% deduction to reflect the partially shared driveway and proximity to an alleyway associated with anti-social behaviour, reducing the figure to £2565, rounded down to £2550 pcm, which matched the landlord's proposed rent. No undue hardship was evidenced, so the new rent took effect from the date in the landlord's notice.
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