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 £1050, 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, section 14 allows a tenant with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their 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 can't be 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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £1050 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00DA/MNR/2024/0114
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]
Judge [NAME] Mr A Hossain BSc (Soc Sci) BSc (Est Man) MRICS
Landlord [RESPONDENT] [APPELLANT] [ADDRESS] Leeds LS8 5 QB
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 1050.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 29 March 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable 0.00 Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 29 April 2017 (on the expiry of a 6 month agreement commencing 29 October 2016)
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord As particularised in the Inventory dated 28 October 2016
8. Description of premises A second floor flat in a modern purpose- built block of residential flats comprising hall, combined living room/kitchen, two bedrooms, one with ensuite bathroom, and a second bathroom.
[NAME] of Decision 1 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.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- 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?
The decision set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1050.
Who was involved?
The decision involved a landlord and a tenant.
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 application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.
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 if they cannot agree with their landlord.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and previous rent payments likely played a role.
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 cases involving rent determination.