First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £850 per month, effective from 1st October 2022, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ 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 open-market rent, considering factors such as the type of tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the existing tenancy. Additionally, certain factors like improvements made by the tenant or reductions due to non-compliance are disregarded when determining the rent.
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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £850 per month, effective from 1st October 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00FN/MNR/2022/0079
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 74 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] [NAME]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 32 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [APPELLANT] and [APPELLANT] [NAME]
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: 1st October 2022
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 1st August 2017
5. Length of the term or rental period Assured Periodic
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord & Tenant Act
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises A Mid-terraced house comprising front lounge, reading room with stairs and cellar off kitchen, lobby with bathroom off door to the rear and small utility area. On the first floor are two double bedrooms and one single bedroom. Small rear yard area.
Chairman [NAME] of Decision 16 January 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the new rent to be £850.00 per month.
- The decision on the rent amount takes effect from October 1, 2022.
- The tenancy is an assured periodic tenancy.
- The premises are described as a mid-terraced house with specific rooms and a small rear yard.
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 £850 per month, effective from 1st October 2022.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the 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 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 tenant.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the relevant statutory provisions.
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.