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 rent at £1,125 per month, effective from January 19, 2022. This decision was made under 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 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 periods 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 £1,125 per month, excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paras 3. The decision took effect on 19th January 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00BK/MNR/2021/0171
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]
Judge Professor R [NAME]
Landlord W [APPELLANT] 6 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ £1,125 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 19th January 2022
*3. The amount included for services is
negligible N/A Per N/A
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 2nd September 1991
6. Length of the term or rental period Periodic, monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11, Landlord and Tenant Act, 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
9. Description of premises Fourth floor, self-contained apartment apartment containing one bedroom, one sitting room, kitchen, shower room and separate WC.
Chairman Judge Professor R Percival
Date of Decision 19 January 2022
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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 tenant's right to have rent set according to the Housing Act 1988 was recognized.
- Courts consistently allowed claims where tenants requested rent adjustments under the Act.
- The presence of the Housing Act 1988 as the legal basis for rent setting was decisive.
- Cases were often allowed when tenants presented clear evidence supporting their claim.
- Legal representation and formal documentation supported the tenant's request for rent adjustment.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- Only one case resulted in an "Other" outcome, indicating some procedural or evidentiary issue.
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 £1,125 per month.
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 provides the framework for determining rents.
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 likely included details about the property and the tenancy agreement.
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.