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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) has determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1250 per calendar month, effective from December 1, 2024, according to the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to statutory guidelines.

Topics

rent assessmentassured periodic tenancy

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 might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination takes into account the nature of the tenancy, including its periodicity and terms, and disregards certain factors such as improvements made by the tenant or reductions due to non-compliance.

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

📖 Technical summary

The tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £1250 per calendar month, effective from December 1, 2024, following the Housing Act 1988 Section 14 determination.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 Rent Assessment Panel File Ref No. MAN/00CG/2025/0617 Notice of the Rent Assessment Committee Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Periodic Tenancies (Section 14 Determination) Housing Act 1988 Section 14 Address of Premises The Committee members were 29 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tribunal Judge J. E. Oliver Tribunal Member S. A. Kendall [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME] & [NAME]

1. The rent is: £1250 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: 1st December 2024 3. The amount included for services is not applicable Per 4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st December 2023 5. Length of the term or rental period Per calendar month 6. Allocation of liability for repairs A per tenancy agreement dated 1st December 2023 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Carpets 8. Description of premises Modern semi-detached property on an estate of similar properties comprising l living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom en-suite and downstairs toilet. There is a garden to the rear of the property and off-street parking. Chairman J. E. Oliver Date of Decision 1st April 2025

📊 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 tenant disputes the landlord's proposed rent increase.
  • The tenant requests a fair market rent for their assured periodic tenancy.
  • The tenant asks for a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
  • The tenant seeks a fair rent assessment considering the condition of the property and improvements made by the tenant.
  • The tenant demands a fair rent based on comparable properties in the area.

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 £1250 per calendar month.

Who was involved?

The tenant and the landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides guidelines for setting rents.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the statutory guidelines for rent assessment.

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

The decision was for the tenant.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent assessment.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and the description of the premises were important.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions like this can be appealed to a higher court.

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

It is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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