First-tier Tribunal Determines Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The new rent of £311.53 per fortnight became effective on 10 February 2024.
⚖️ 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 under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. However, an application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). The tribunal will then determine the rent at which the property might reasonably be expected to be let in the open market by a willing landlord 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 decision took effect on 10 February 2024, setting the rent at £311.53 per fortnight.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BM/MNR/2024/0040
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 24 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME], LL.M Mr [RESPONDENT] 7.1., 8 Exchange Quay, Salford, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 311.53 Per Fortnight (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10 February 2024
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 5th June 2010
5. Length of the term or rental period fortnightly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs AS PER LANDLORD AND TENANT ACT 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord NIL
9. Description of premises A semi-detached house comprising: living room. Kitchen, hall/stairs/landing. 2 bedrooms, boxroom and bathroom/wc. Situated on a large development of similar properties dating from the inter-war period. Limited local amenities and convenient for public transport to Bury town centre.
[NAME], LL.M Date of Decision 19th April 2024
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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
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The court allows the tenant to proceed with rent determination under the specified act.
- Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 grants entitlement to tenants for rent determination.
- Rent determination requests by tenants are consistently allowed under the Housing Act 1988.
- Tenants are granted permission to seek rent determination as per 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 £311.53 per fortnight.
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 determining rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically 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 appropriate rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.
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 under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant financial documentation would have been 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 consult a solicitor for advice on how to proceed with a rent determination case.