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, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges, starting from November 1st, 2022.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, 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. This applies to periodic tenancies where the periods match those of the original tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £600 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax but including service charges, effective from 1st November 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. JM/LON/00AC/MNR/2022/0173
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]
[NAME] [RESPONDENT] [ADDRESS], [ADDRESS], St. Albans, Hertfordshire, [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [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: 1st November 2022
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 1 March 2018
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs As per agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers
9. Description of premises Ground floor room in two storey plus loft conversion HMO, comprising nine bedrooms, two of which are ensuite, three shared bathrooms/wc, separate wc, kitchen and utility room. Cenrally heated.
Chairman E [NAME] of Decision 23 February 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal set the rent at £600.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent took effect from November 1, 2022.
- The tenancy began on March 1, 2018, and was a monthly rental period.
- The landlord provided a bed, wardrobe, and chest of drawers as furniture.
- The premises were described as a ground floor room in a large house with shared facilities.
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?
A tenant and a landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which governs the setting 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 centered around the statutory requirements for setting rent under 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 ensure their rent complies with the relevant statutory requirements.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included the tenancy agreement and any relevant correspondence between the tenant and landlord.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to a higher court.
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.