Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1288, excluding water rates and council tax, effective from February 18th, 2025.
⚖️ 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 can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their assured tenancy. The tribunal will then determine the open-market rent, considering factors such as the periodic nature of the tenancy and the terms of the original agreement.
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 the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £1288 per month, effective from 18th February 2025.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BS/MNR/2025/0641
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 31 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tribunal Judge [NAME] Tribunal Member [NAME]
Landlord [NAME]
123 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £1288 Per month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 18th February 2025
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
4. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 18 March 2019
5. Rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord – s.11 LTA 1985 Tenant – tenant-like user
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
Integrated cooker and gas hob; wood laminate flooring except for porch; upstairs carpets
8. Description of premises
Brick built, end terraced, 3-bedroom house with integrated ground floor garage, driveway, front and rear gardens
[NAME] of Decision 8th May 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £1288 per month.
Who was involved?
The decision involved a tenant and a landlord.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, setting the rent according to the statutory requirements.
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 statutory requirements for setting the rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
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 documentation related to the tenancy agreement and statutory requirements.
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.