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First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy at £550 per month. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows tenants to challenge their rent if they believe it is unfair.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a fair determination of their rent under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

rent determinationassured periodic tenancy

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant with an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay. The tribunal will then decide a fair rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for renting the property in the open market. The decision considers the type of tenancy, its start date, and the terms of the existing tenancy, excluding certain factors like improvements made by the tenant.

Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.

📖 Technical summary

The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £550 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax.

📜 Headnote Official document

The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting it at £550 per calendar month excluding water rates and council tax.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BT/MNR/2025/1033

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], Tribunal Judge [NAME], MRICS, Valuer Member

[RESPONDENT]

c/o [APPELLANT], 424 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

Tenant [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £550.00 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10th October 2025

*3. The amount included for services is not applicable

Per

*4. Service charges are variable and are not included

5. Date statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced

6. Rental period Calendar monthly

7. Allocation of liability for repairs

Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985

8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord

N/A

9. Description of premises First floor reasonably spacious flat at the rear of commercial premises on [ADDRESS], built around 1900, mainly brick and slate construction. Shared access with flat 1A via a metal staircase. The flat comprises lounge, kitchen and bathroom with bath, wash basin and w.c. It appears that the bathroom could potentially be accessed via the hallway in the shared entrance, but the route is blocked off following a break-in. Internal inspection was hampered by the large quantity of debris strewn ankle-deep across all floors. It was clear however that the flat generally would require improvement to achieve its maximum rent, apart from general redecoration the bathroom and kitchen areas were in need of refurbishment. Some mould was evident but how the flat is being occupied may be a contributory factor there. This is a central location, convenient for local shops, but lacks parking space and the entrance is somewhat grim.

MR22 [NAME] of Decision 23rd February 2026

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £550.00 per calendar month.
  • The decision on the rent determination will take effect from October 10, 2025.
  • The property is a first-floor flat with shared access, comprising a lounge, kitchen, and bathroom.
  • The flat's bathroom and kitchen areas needed refurbishment to achieve maximum rent.
  • The location is central and convenient for local shops, but lacks parking.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £550.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 to ensure fair rent determination.

Which laws or rules were applied?

Housing Act 1988 s.14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The tenant argued for a fair and reasonable rent under Section 14 of the Housing Act.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair monthly rent.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone facing unfair rent can challenge it under Section 14 of the Housing Act.

What evidence or documents mattered?

Details about the property and its condition were important to determine the fair rent.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.

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.

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