Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £475, which took effect in October 2023.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant with an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent they pay. However, the application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). 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 £475 per calendar month, effective from October 2023.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BY/MNR/2023/0324
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] BA, LL.M Mr [RESPONDENT] [NAME]
[RESPONDENT] [ADDRESS], Woolton Village, Liverpool
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 475.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 07 October 2023
3. The amount included for services is N/A Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 7th May 2022
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Nil
8. Description of premises A two-bedroomed, first floor flat in converted business premises. Windows are single glazed and the bathroom is accessed through the Kitchen. Both the property itself and the common parts are in a moderate condition only.
[NAME] of Decision 6th September 2023
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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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 tribunal determined the rent for the property to be £475.00 per calendar month.
- The decision on the rent determination takes effect from October 7, 2023.
- The property is a two-bedroom, first-floor flat in converted business premises.
- The property and common areas are in moderate condition, with single-glazed windows and a bathroom accessed through the kitchen.
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 at £475 for an assured periodic tenancy.
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, setting the rent according to the terms of the tenancy agreement.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 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 can seek a rent determination 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.