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 £615, excluding water rates and council tax.
⚖️ 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 might charge in the open market for a similar property. The decision applies to a periodic tenancy with the same terms as the original 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 £615 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EQ/MNR/2025/0603 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 3a [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE] Tribunal Judge L. F. McLean Tribunal Member K. Kasambara Landlord [NAME] 7 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £615 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 7th February 2025 3. The amount included for services is not applicable Per 4. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 7th November 2020 5. Rental period Monthly 6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord – s.11 LTA 1985 Tenant – tenant-like user 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A 8. Description of premises First floor 1 bedroom flat above commercial shop premises Chairman L. F. McLean Date of Decision 8th May 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requested a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- One case had an outcome marked as 'Other' despite the request for rent determination.
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 £615.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a 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 rent.
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 statutory requirements for setting rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
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 seek a rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant financial records were likely 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 recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.