First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £575 starting from 12 September 2024, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined according to the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their assured 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 application must meet certain conditions, such as not being made if the rent is already determined by a previous decision under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £575 effective from 12 September 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EQ/MNR/2024/0641 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 110, [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tribunal Judge C Wood Tribunal Member J Gallagher Landlord [NAME] and [NAME] c/o [APPELLANT] 232, [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £575 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 12 September 2024 3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per 4.. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 12 April 2021 5. Rental period Monthly 6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord The Property is vacant/for sale and the Tribunal conducted an external inspection only.
8. Description of premises Flush-faced pavement-fronted mid-terrace property with 2 storey outrigger to the rear. D/G and C/H. No parking to the front of the Property. Property appears “tired”/in need of some refurbishment but Tribunal unable to inspect in any detail. Chairman C. Wood Date of Decision 30 January 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 to be £575 per month.
- The decision on the rent amount takes effect from 12 September 2024.
- The tenancy agreement dictates the allocation of liability for repairs.
- The property was described as a mid-terrace house with double glazing and central heating.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £575.
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 the framework for determining rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the statutory requirements for setting rent under the Housing Act 1988.
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 can expect their rent to be determined according to the Housing Act 1988.
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.