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 £625 starting from July 2023. 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 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 set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £625 effective from July 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2023/0146
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 4 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord S [RESPONDENT] 2 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
1. The rent is: £625 Per monthly (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 11 July 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 11 October 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Not applicable
8. Description of premises Two storey terrace house comprising 2 beds, living room, kitchen and bathroom.
[NAME] of Decision 20 December 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined 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?
It set the monthly rent at £625 for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which allows for rent determination for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was 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 for the person who brought the case.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the relevant statutory provisions mattered.
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 get advice from a qualified solicitor for a case like this.