First-tier Tribunal sets rent for assured periodic tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy at £750 per calendar month. The decision was made according to Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A landlord is entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under this section, a tenant under an assured tenancy can 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, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy, excluding certain factors such as improvements made by the tenant.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting it at £750 per calendar month.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EH/MNR/2023/0351
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 59 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Landlord Mr [RESPONDENT] The Grange, Thorably, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mrs [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £750.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 November 2023
3. The amount included for services is: not applicable
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 December 2020
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Not applicable
8. Description of premises 3 Bedroom semi-detached house
Chairman [NAME] of Decision 10 November 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The landlord is entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair determination of their rent under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- The landlord is entitled to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of 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 Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £750 per calendar month.
Who was involved?
A landlord and a tenant were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The decision was made based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The application of Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was central to the decision.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of the landlord.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should consult Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to determine their rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
No specific evidence or documents were mentioned as critical to the decision.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often 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.