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 £735.00, excluding water rates and council tax but including other specified amounts.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to 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. 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 cannot be made if the rent is already set by a previous determination 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 determined 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 £735.00 per month, effective from 03/09/2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Other
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/OOCN/MNR/2024/0066 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 47 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] [NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] Landlord [RESPONDENT] 2 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] Tenant Marie & [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £735.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 03/09/2024 3. The amount included for services is not applicable ________ _ Per ________ _ 4. Date assured tenancy commenced 03/09/2023 5. Length of the term or rental period 6 Months 6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None 8. Description of premises A terraced house of traditional construction over 3 floors comprising living room, kitchen, three bedrooms and bathroom. The house has central heating and double glazing. Rear garden. [NAME] of Decision 05/02/2025
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant successfully invoked the Housing Act 1988.
- The court recognized the tenant's right to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- In some instances, the court decided the case as 'Other', indicating a different disposition.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £735.00 per month.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for setting rents.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 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 neutral, applying the law to set the rent.
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.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory requirements was considered.
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 such cases.