First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
In this case, the First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £850 per month. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows tenants to challenge their landlord's proposed rent increase.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a First-tier Tribunal if they dispute the landlord's proposed rent increase under an assured periodic tenancy agreement.
📖 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 might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. This applies specifically to periodic tenancies where the periods match those of the original tenancy.
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 under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting a monthly rent of £850 excluding water rates and council tax but including specified services.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BQ/MNR/2025/0935
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 3 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME], Tribunal Judge [NAME], MRICS, Valuer Member
Landlord [NAME] 49, [ADDRESS], Manchester [POSTCODE]
Tenants [NAME]
1. The rent is: £850.00 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: 23rd February 2026
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 20th July 2016
6. Rental period Calendar monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs
Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
N/A
9. Description of premises Detached true bungalow on a good-sized plot forming part of a small development built around 30 years ago. Brick and tile construction with UPVC doors and windows. There is also a detached single garage on the plot. The property has gas central heating and comprises living room, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms (one double, one small double or single). This is a relatively small property with a gross external area of around 60m2. The garden is mainly lawn and is surrounded by a high conifer hedge which is of considerable height and does not appear to have been well tended over the years. The soffits and facias are in poor condition and look to be mostly beyond repair – replacement being probably the best option. Internally most of the decoration is good, but the tenants state they have taken steps to remove mould from most rooms. Some residual mould is visible in the bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. Most of the windows are in poor order with failed seals and missing or defective closing mechanisms. The central heating boiler is old, but it is difficult to assess its effectiveness.
MR22 [NAME] of Decision 23rd February 2026
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 landlord's proposed rent increase.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a First-tier Tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The rent should be set at a reasonable market rate.
- The rent must be determined based on comparable properties.
- The rent and service charges must be clearly defined under the assured periodic 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 monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £850.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the dispute over rent determination.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows for rent determination by the tribunal.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The tenant's challenge under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was the central issue.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair rent amount.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone facing a disputed rent increase can seek a determination from the First-tier Tribunal under Section 14.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The condition and description of the property were key factors in determining the rent.
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 for such cases.