First-tier Tribunal sets rent for assured periodic tenancy under Housing Act 1988
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the rent at £430 per month, starting from November 2022. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per 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 an assured tenancy, except if the rent is based on a previous determination or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide 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 the Housing Act 1988.
📜 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 £430 per calendar month, effective from November 2022.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BW/MNR/2022/0197
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 91 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 106 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 430.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 15 November 2022
3. The amount included for services is Not applicable Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 15 February 2018
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Carpets/curtains, white goods, fitted wardrobes/chest of drawers
8. Description of premises Mid terraced house on main road, no on-street parking. Ground floor: hall, 2 living rooms, kitchen, understairs cupboard; 3 bedrooms (2 double / 1 single), bathroom (wash hand basin/toilet/bath/shower).
[NAME] of Decision 24 April 2023
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant requests a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The request is made in accordance with Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant seeks a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The tenant asks for their rent to be registered under the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant demands their rent be set according to the Housing Act 1988.
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 £430 per month, effective from November 2022.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved in this case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which requires a register of rents for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the statutory requirement for a register of rents under the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of 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 determining the rent for their assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions 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.