First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £850 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in the judgment. The decision took effect on 10 July 2023.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent registered under 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 determination applies to a periodic tenancy with the same terms as the original tenancy, starting at the beginning of the new period specified in the notice.
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 the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £850 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in the judgment. The decision took effect on 10 July 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00FN/MNR/2023/0142
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 18 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord Mr [RESPONDENT] 20 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £850.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10 July 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 10 Sepytember 2017
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
9. Description of premises Three bedroom semi-detached house
[NAME] of Decision 1 December 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 £850.00 per month.
- The decision regarding the rent took effect on 10 July 2023.
- The property is a three-bedroom semi-detached house.
- The assured tenancy for the property began on 10 September 2017.
- The rental period for the tenancy is monthly.
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 £850 per month.
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 requires the registration of rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument that mattered most was the application of the Housing Act 1988 to register 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 should ensure their rent is registered according to the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the applicable law 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.