First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £830, which excludes water rates and council tax but includes service charges.
⚖️ 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. However, the application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar tenancy 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. The rent was set at £830 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/30UN/MNR/2024/0692
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 92 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT]
[ADDRESS], Higher Walton, Preston, Lancs. [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £830 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 24-Oct-24
*3. The amount included for services is/is negligible/not applicable
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 24-Oct-24
6. Rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A
9. Description of premises Semi-detached house 2 Reception Rooms, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Separate W/C. Front garden and rear yard
Chairman S [NAME] of Decision 10 April 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The court recognizes the tenant's right to have their rent assessed under the specified act.
- Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 is applicable to determine the rent for tenants.
- The Housing Act 1988 provides a clear pathway for tenants to have their rent set.
- The tenant's request for rent determination aligns with the legal provisions outlined in the act.
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 £830 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.
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 for the assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, as the rent was set according to the statutory requirements.
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 relevant statutory provisions.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and the statutory provisions under the Housing Act 1988 were crucial.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.