First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the monthly rent at £750 for an assured periodic tenancy, excluding water rates and council tax, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay under their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then decide a fair rent based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar property. The application can't be made if the rent is already set 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 determined 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 £750 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BN/MNR/2024/0254 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] Tribunal Judge Falder Tribunal Member J Gallagher Landlord [APPELLANT] 3a [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is:£ 750.00 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 27th May 2024 3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A 4. Date assured tenancy commenced 27th August 2020 5. Length of the term or rental period Periodic 6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Information obtained via Tenant’s application form: Kitchen appliances- electric oven, fridge freezer, washer/dryer Living room furniture- sofa, dining table, 2 chairs, coffee table/stand Bedroom- double bed, 2 wardrobes, chest of drawers 8. Description of premises This is a one bedroomed ground floor flat with a living room, kitchen and bathroom let fully furnished. According to [NAME] it has an area of 53m2. It comprises part of a large development of older flats located on the corner of [ADDRESS] and [ADDRESS], with access off both roads. Parking appears to be limited. Chairman Tribunal Judge Falder Date of Decision 29th April 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
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 at £750 for an assured periodic tenancy, excluding water rates and council tax.
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 the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the lawful basis for setting the rent according to the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, confirming the rent as requested.
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 determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions were considered.
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 advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.