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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy agreement. The tribunal set a clear monthly rent of £500, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paragraph 3. The decision also outlines the terms regarding repairs and services.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent and service charges clearly defined under Section 14 Determination of the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

tenancy agreementsrent determination

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

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. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market. The application can't be made if the rent is already determined under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy and set out the terms of the agreement.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy, setting out clear terms under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The decision includes details on the property description, rent amount, and liability for repairs.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Other

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber

File Ref No. MAN/00CY/MNR/2025/0975

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 34 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Judge Richard Dobson-Mason & [NAME]

Landlord [APPELLANT] 123 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant [NAME]

1. The rent is: £ 500.0 0 Per calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 21 October 2025

*3. The amount included for services is not applicable

Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date assured tenancy commenced 21 September 2023

6. Length of the term or rental period 12 months

7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per the tenancy agreement of 19 September 2023 and s. 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A

MR22 9. Description of premises

The property is a stone-built ground floor 1-bedroom flat with separate designated car parking space and communal gardens comprising entrance lobby, hallway, living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom with toilet. The property has uPVC windows and gas central hearing.

Chairman Judge Richard Dobson-Mason Date of Decision 27.03.2026

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The decision regarding the rent takes effect from 21 October 2025.
  • The amount included for services is not applicable in this rent determination.
  • Service charges are variable and are not included in the determined rent.
  • Liability for repairs is determined by the tenancy agreement and Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The First-tier Tribunal set a clear monthly rent of £500 for an assured periodic tenancy agreement.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case, with the tribunal determining the terms of their rental agreement.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied to set the terms of the rental agreement.

What argument mattered most?

The application of Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was crucial in determining the rent and service charges.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision is neutral, setting out clear terms under the law for both parties.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation can rely on Section 14 of the Housing Act to determine their rent and service charges.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and relevant housing legislation were key in determining the terms of the rental agreement.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can generally be appealed to the Upper Tribunal, but specific rules apply.

Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?

It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for cases involving rental agreements and rent determination.

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