Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £640, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision applies to the tenancy starting from April 2020.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the 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 application cannot be made if the rent is already determined under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set 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 Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988. The decision took effect on 14 February 2025, setting the monthly rent at £640 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EY/MNR/2024/0733
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 20 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [NAME]
11-13 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £640 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14-Feb-25
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
4. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 14-Apr-20
5. Rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per tenancy agreement
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord N/A
8. Description of premises End-terrace house Kitchen, Living Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom Rear Yard
Chairman S [NAME] of Decision 10 April 2025
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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 requests a rent determination under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.| The court recognizes the tenant's right to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.| The tenant's request aligns with the legal framework established by the Housing Act 1988.| The tenant invokes Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 correctly in their application.| The tenant’s application for rent determination is consistent with previous successful applications under Section 14.
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.
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 allows for rent determination for assured tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the application of Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
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 can seek rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal under the Housing Act 1988.
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.