First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent and service charges for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy. The decision sets out the weekly rent amount and specifies when it takes effect.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent and service charges set by a tribunal 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, the 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, tenants 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. The tribunal must disregard certain factors such as the granting of a tenancy to a sitting tenant, increases in the value of the property due to improvements made by the tenant, and reductions in value due to the tenant's non-compliance with tenancy terms.
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 (Property Chamber) determined the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting a weekly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including specified amounts.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/30UK/MNR/2025/0741 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 [ADDRESS], Ashton on Ribble, Preston, [POSTCODE] [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] Landlord Places for [APPELLANT] PO Box 2070, Preston, [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £135.59 Per week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 7-Apr-25 *3. The amount included for services is/is negligible/not applicable £40.63 Per week *4. Service charges are variable and are not included 5. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 12-Oct-20 6. Rental period Weekly 7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement 8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A 9. Description of premises Ground Floor Flat: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom External: communal gardens, lounge and laundry room shared parking Chairman S [NAME] of Decision 9 July 2025
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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 disputes the rent amount with their landlord.
- The tenant requests a fair determination of their rent based on comparable properties.
- The tenant asks for their rent to be set at a reasonable market value.
- The tenant seeks to have both rent and service charges set by a tribunal.
- The tenant requests a determination of rent and service charges by the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent and service charges for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Housing Act 1988 s.14 was used in this decision.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The tenant's right to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was central to the case.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
It was in favour of the tenant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone with an assured periodic tenancy can seek rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal if necessary.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The terms of the tenancy agreement and any relevant service charge details were important.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, 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 advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.