First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent at £850 for Assured Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal has determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy to be £850 per month, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision took effect on November 18, 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to statutory criteria.
📖 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, such 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 challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar tenancy in the open market, taking into account the same terms and conditions as the original tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £850 per calendar month.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £850 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from 18th November 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 Rent Assessment Panel File Ref No. MAN/00CC/MNR/2024/0643
Notice of the Rent Assessment Committee Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Periodic Tenancies (Section 14 Determination)
Housing Act 1988 Section 14
Address of Premises
The Committee members were 45 Kingsway, Grimethorpe, Barnsley [POSTCODE]
Tribunal Judge J.E. Oliver Tribunal Member [NAME]
Landlord [NAME]
65 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] and [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £850 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3&4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 18th November 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 18th October 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs
As per tenancy agreement
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
None
8. Description of premises A 3 bedroomed semi-detached house with gardens to both front and rear. There is a driveway with parking for 2 cars, but no garage. On the ground floor there is a kitchen diner, hallway with cloakroom/WC and living room. On the upper floor there are 3 bedrooms and bathroom with bath, WC, sink and shower.
Chairman J.E Oliver Date of Decision 8th January 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The rent for the property was determined to be £850 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent assessment will take effect from 18th November 2024.
- The tenancy agreement started on 18th October 2019.
- The property is a three-bedroom semi-detached house with gardens and a driveway.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £850 per calendar month.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on statutory criteria outlined in the Housing Act 1988.
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 statutory criteria for assessing 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 should ensure their rent is assessed according to statutory criteria.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and statutory criteria were likely considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.