First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £475 per month. The decision was based on statutory requirements under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A landlord must set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with statutory requirements under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under this section, a tenant can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent for an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. When a tribunal makes a decision, they must determine the rent that a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.
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 a monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BJ/MNR/2023/0220
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 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] , [ADDRESS], Oxted, Surrey, RH8 OQB
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 475.00 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 May 2023
*3. The amount included for services is/is
negligible/not applicable 0.00 Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st May 2023
6. Length of the term or rental period Periodic Tenancy
7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises A purpose built ground floor 2 bedroom flat forming part of a three storey Victorian building
[NAME] of Decision 23rd October 2023
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A snapshot of this collection — not a prediction of your case's outcome.
⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The property is in poor condition.
- Rent should reflect the condition of the property.
- Tenant is entitled to a fair market rent adjusted for property condition.
- Significant defects in the property affect its market value.
- Rent assessment is conducted by the First-tier Tribunal.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It decided the rent amount for an assured periodic tenancy.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in setting the rent.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed statutory requirements to determine the rent.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The statutory requirement for setting rent under Housing Act 1988 was central to the decision.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
It is not specified which party initiated the case, but the decision followed legal requirements.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent determination follows statutory guidelines.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The relevant statute and tenancy agreement were key to the decision.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions can often be appealed, but specific rules apply.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor.