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 £600, starting from December 1, 2022, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 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 might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy and ensures that the terms of the new tenancy match the original, except for the rent amount.
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 Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £600 per calendar month, effective from 1 December 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BM/MNR/2022/0166
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 12 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Ms [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 51 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 600.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01 December 2022
3. The amount included for services is Not applicable Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 September 2012
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises Inner terrace cottage on 3 levels; basement; kitchen/dining & access to rear yard; Ground floor: lounge, dining room/bedroom; 1st floor: bathroom, dressing room, bedroom. Rear garden. Limited on-street parking.
[NAME] of Decision 9 June 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The request is made according to Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The landlord fails to provide the requested register of rents.
- The tenant demonstrates they are under an assured periodic tenancy agreement.
- The tenant shows compliance with the formalities required by law for the request.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- (No factors identified that went against the claimant in these cases.)
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 £600 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 requires a register of rents 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 Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 for determining their rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988 were 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.