Rent Assessment for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has determined the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £1,975 starting from January 8, 2025, following the criteria outlined in the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to statutory criteria.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, Section 14, a tenant under an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their 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 considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original 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.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £1,975 per calendar month, effective from 8 January 2025. The decision was based on the Housing Act 1988, Section 14.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00FF/MNR/2025/0606
Notice of the Rent Assessment Committee Decision and Register of Rents under Assured Periodic Tenancies (Section 14 Determination)
Housing Act 1988 Section 14
Address of Premises
The Tribunal members were 2 Queen Anne’s [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] J Gittus
Landlord’s Name Address
Tenant
1. The rent is: £1,975.00 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 8 January 2025
3. The amount included for services is: Not applicable
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 8 March 2023
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Per Section 11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None.
8. Description of premises End link three storey house with 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 4 bedrooms (two en-suite), plus family bathroom and ground floor laundry room. Enclosed rear yard.
Tribunal Judge
MR22 [COMPANY] 134 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE] [NAME] [NAME] [NAME] of Decision 27 February 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to statutory criteria.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to have their rent assessed according to statutory guidelines.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to a fair rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy according to the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed A tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with the Housing Act 1988.|Allowed
❌ Tends to be rejected
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.|Other
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1,975.
Who was involved?
The tenant and the landlord were involved.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court followed the criteria set by the Housing Act 1988, Section 14.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The statutory criteria for rent assessment were the most important factor.
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 rent assessment criteria.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The statutory criteria and the terms of the tenancy agreement 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.