AllowedFirst-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)·15 January 2026

Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy

Case No.

📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent is £500 per month, starting from 30 August 2024.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

tenancy agreementrent determination

Provisions

Housing Act 1988 Section 14

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

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 decide on the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for renting the property in the open market. The decision applies to a periodic tenancy with the same periods as the original tenancy, starting either on the date of the application or 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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £500 per calendar month, effective from 30 August 2024.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EC/MNR/2024/0183

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 22 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

J A Platt J Fraser

Landlord Mr [APPELLANT] 8B [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

Tenant Dr [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £500.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 30 August 2024

3. The amount included for services is: Not Applicable

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 30 May 2021

5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Not Applicable

8. Description of premises 2 Bedroom terraced house

Chairman J A Platt Date of Decision 4 September 2024

MR22

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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 £500.00 per calendar month.
The decision on the rent determination will take effect on 30 August 2024.
The property is a 2-bedroom terraced house.
The landlord is responsible for repairs as per Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £500 per month.

Who was involved?

A tenant and a landlord were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which governs rent determination for assured periodic tenancies.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, 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 of the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.

Can a decision like this be appealed?

Yes, decisions like this can often be appealed to a higher court.

Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?

It is always recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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