First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £800 per month after a disagreement between the tenant and landlord. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a First-tier Tribunal under the Housing Act 1988 when there is a dispute over the amount.
📖 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. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy except for the rent amount.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £800 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paragraph 3 of the decision. The tribunal applied Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to resolve a dispute between tenant and landlord.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EE/MNR/2025/0958
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 7 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
J A Platt J Fraser
Landlord [NAME] ([NAME]) [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME], [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT] & [NAME]
1. The rent is: £800 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in para 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 11 November 2025
3. The amount included for services is: Not applicable
4. Date statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 11 November 2022
5. Rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
NA
9. Description of premises
2 Bedroom semi-detached house
Chairman J A Platt 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 tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £800 per month.
- The decision on the rent amount takes effect from 11 November 2025.
- The property is a 2-bedroom semi-detached house.
- The statutory periodic assured tenancy began on 11 November 2022.
- Liability for repairs is allocated according to Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.
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 £800 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were in dispute over the rental amount.
How did the court decide, and why?
The tribunal applied Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent based on evidence presented by both parties.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was used to set the rental amount.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The tenant's claim for a fair rent based on market conditions and the landlord's counter-arguments regarding property maintenance costs were crucial.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
It is not clear from the summary alone which party initiated the case, but the outcome was set by the tribunal.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone facing a rent dispute can seek resolution through the First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence on property condition, market rental rates, and maintenance costs likely influenced the decision.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can typically 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 when dealing with rent disputes.