First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £600 per month, excluding water rates and council tax, starting from 1 September 2022.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a determination of the rent under an assured periodic tenancy 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 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.
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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £600 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from 1 September 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EJ/MNR/2022/0142
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 11 Sunderland Bridge, Durham, [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord W [RESPONDENT] [NAME], Eaglestone Abbey, Barnard Castle, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] & Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £600.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 September 2022
3. The amount included for services is: not applicable
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 June 2003
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Repair standard; Tenant to reimburse Landlord cost of insurance.
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises Two-storey semi-detached house in attractive village. Accommodation comprising Reception, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms and Bathroom. Gardens. Central heating but no double-glazing.
[NAME] of Decision 13 December 2022
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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 is entitled to have their rent assessed by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
- The rent should be set at a reasonable market rate based on comparable properties and the condition of the property.
- The tenant can refer a landlord's notice of rent increase to the Tribunal for determination of a fair market rent.
- A rent adjustment reflecting the disrepair and poor condition of the property is allowed.
- The rent must be determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
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 at £600 per month, effective from 1 September 2022.
Who was involved?
The decision involved a tenant and a landlord.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent amount.
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 to determine the rent.
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 can seek a rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal.
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 legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.