First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal has decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1250 per month, starting from November 1, 2024, following the guidelines of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set at the market rate under an assured periodic tenancy.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the rent based on what a willing landlord would charge in the open market for a similar periodic 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 rent at £1250 per calendar month, effective from 1 November 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal Property Chamber File Ref No. CAM/22UB/MNR/2024/0604 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 84 Gower Chase Laindon Essex [POSTCODE] [NAME] Landlord [COMPANY] Tenant [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is:£ 1250 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 November 2024 *3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable nil Per *4. Service charges are variable and are not included 5. Date assured tenancy commenced 23 October 2020 6. Length of the term or rental period periodic calendar monthly 7. Allocation of liability for repairs per tenancy 8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord .White goods in kitchen. Carpets and curtains. All tenants.
9. Description of premises Post 2000 mid end terraced house in good condition external front. Brick fair faced, plastic window frames and doors, double glazed, single lap clay pantile covered double pitched roof. Front & rear gardens. L ull GFCH and windows. Accommodation on 2 levels: ff 2 bedroom, Bath/WC; gf WC, Kitchen, Living room. Landlord may charge any rent up to and including the market rent shown at box1 above but, not a figure in excess. [NAME] of Decision 9 December 2024
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to a fair determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under 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 rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £1250 per month.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, ensuring the rent reflects the market rate.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the market rate for the rent under the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, setting the rent at the market rate.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent aligns with the market rate as per the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and market conditions were considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions like this can be appealed to a higher court if there are grounds for appeal.
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.