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 £2500, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision was made under 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 determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy, excluding rent amounts.
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) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £2500 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BY/MNR/2023/0295
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 61 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT] Mr [RESPONDENT] Mr [RESPONDENT] C/o [NAME], [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr & Mrs [APPELLANT] and [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 2500.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 20 August 2023
3. The amount included for services is N/A Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 20 March 2023
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord s11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 Tenant, Tenant-like user
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises 3 Bedroomed Brick built dormer bungalow with integrated garage, front and back gardens
Chairman L F McLean Date of Decision 17 October 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £2500.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent determination takes effect from 20 August 2023.
- The tenancy is an assured periodic tenancy, with a monthly rental period.
- The landlord is responsible for repairs under section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
- The property is a 3-bedroom brick-built dormer bungalow with a garage and gardens.
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 £2500 per month.
Who was involved?
A landlord and a tenant 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 Housing Act 1988.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination for assured periodic tenancies.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988.
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 is recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for cases involving rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.