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 £1365, excluding some charges like water rates and council tax.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant with an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay. The tribunal will then decide on 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 set by a previous determination 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 First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £1365 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BP/MNR/2023/0451 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 9 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tribunal Judge Falder Tribunal Member [NAME] [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME] [RESPONDENT] [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is:£ 1365 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 19/3/2025 3. The amount included for services is not applicable N/A Per N/A 4. Date assured tenancy commenced 9/6/21-8/12/21 9/12/21-8/6/22 9/6/22- 8/12/22 9/2/23- 8/8/23 Thereafter- statutory periodic tenancy 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 N/A 8. Description of premises 4 bedroom, 3 storey terraced house. Chairman Tribunal Judge Falder Date of Decision 19/3/2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the monthly rent to be £1365.
- The decision regarding the rent will take effect on March 19, 2025.
- The property is described as a 4-bedroom, 3-storey terraced house.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It decided the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
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 for rent determinations.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of 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 seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the tenancy agreement and the current rent 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 get advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.