First-tier Tribunal Sets Fair Rent Under Rent Act 1977
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided the fair rent for a rental property under the Rent Act 1977. The tenant's fair rent was set at £138 per week, excluding water rates and council tax.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their fair rent determined by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) under the Rent Act 1977.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977, setting it at £138 per week excluding water rates and council tax. The decision was based on Schedule 11 of the Rent Act.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
FR27 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EH/F77/2025/0040
Notice of the Tribunal Decision
Rent Act 1977 Schedule 11
Address of Premises The Tribunal members were
35 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
J A Platt J Fraser
Landlord [COMPANY]
[NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The fair rent is £138 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3&4)
2. The effective date is 9 January 2026
3. The amount for services is £70.82 Per Week
4. The amount for fuel charges (excluding heating and lighting of common parts) not counting for rent allowance is not applicable
5. The rent is not to be registered as variable.
6. The capping provisions of the Rent Acts (Maximum Fair Rent) Order 1999 do not apply
7. Details (other than rent) where different from Rent Register entry
Chairman J A Platt FRICS, FIRPM Date of decision 9 January 2026
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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 a fair rent that reflects the condition of the property.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair rent that reflects market conditions adjusted for specific property characteristics.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair rent that reflects the property's condition and location, adjusted according to statutory formulas.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair rent that reflects the current state and location of their property, adjusted for improvements made by the tenant.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair rent that reflects market values adjusted for specific tenancy terms.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The First-tier Tribunal determined the fair rent for a property under the Rent Act 1977.
Who was involved?
A tenant and their landlord were involved in the dispute over the fair rent of a rental property.
How did the court decide, and why?
The Tribunal decided based on Schedule 11 of the Rent Act 1977, which sets out how to determine fair rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Schedule 11 of the Rent Act 1977 was used to set the fair rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The application of Schedule 11 of the Rent Act 1977 was central to determining the fair rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair rent under the law.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone facing a similar issue can seek a determination from the First-tier Tribunal to set their fair rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The specific details of the property and rental agreement were likely considered by the Tribunal.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can usually be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.