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, setting the monthly rent at £340 excluding water rates and council tax. The decision was made under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent and service charges set by a First-tier Tribunal decision 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. 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 excludes certain factors such as the granting of a tenancy to a sitting tenant, increases in the property's value due to improvements made by the tenant, and decreases in value due to the tenant's non-compliance with the 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. The decision excluded water rates and council tax but included any amounts specified in paras 3 & 4.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/30UH/MNR/2025/0862 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], [POSTCODE] [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] [APPELLANT] 5 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £340 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 18-Jun-25 *3. The amount included for services is/is negligible/not applicable Per *4. Service charges are variable and are not included 5. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 18-Sep-24 6. Rental period Monthly 7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement 8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A 9. Description of premises Second floor studio apartment. [NAME] of Decision 15 September 2025
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £340 per month.
- The decision on the rent took effect from June 18, 2025.
- The tenancy was a periodic or statutory periodic assured tenancy that began on September 18, 2024.
- The liability for repairs was determined according to the tenancy agreement.
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 the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £340 per month, excluding water rates and council tax.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in setting the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
How did the court decide, and why?
The Tribunal decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows for rent determination under certain conditions.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent and service charges.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The application of Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was crucial in determining the rent for the assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
Based on the outcome, it is not specified which party initiated the case; however, the decision sets out the rent as requested under Section 14.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone facing a similar issue can seek a First-tier Tribunal determination of their rent under Section 14 if they are in an assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and any relevant service charge details were likely considered by the Tribunal.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions of the First-tier Tribunal can generally be appealed to the Upper Tribunal, subject to certain conditions.
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.