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 rent at £765 per month, starting from June 1st, 2024. This decision follows the rules set by 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 payable under their assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that a willing landlord would charge for a similar property in the open market.
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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the rent at £765 per calendar month, effective from 1 June 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EE/MNR/2024/0146
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 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
J A Platt J Fraser
Landlord [NAME] ([NAME]) [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME], [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £765.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 June 2024
3. The amount included for services is: Not applicable
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 June 2024
6. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Not applicable
9. Description of premises 2 Bedroom semi-detached house
Chairman J A Platt Date of Decision 22 July 2024
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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 decided the rent for an assured periodic tenancy should be £765 per month.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument focused on the lawful determination of rent under the Housing Act.
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.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included details about the property and the tenancy agreement.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It's always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.