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 £850, excluding water rates and council tax. This decision applies to the tenant's tenancy agreement.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant under an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. 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 apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar periodic tenancy in the open market.
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 First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988, setting the monthly rent at £850 excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2024/0177
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 16 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT] Mr [RESPONDENT] 7 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
1. The rent is: £850 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 13 February 2025
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 4 December 2007 5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly - Periodic 6. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None 8. Description of premises Three bed end semi-detached house
[NAME] of Decision 13 February 2025
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Tenancy at £800
- 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 disputes the landlord's proposed rent increase.
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy.
- The tenant is entitled to a determination of rent under the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a rent determination under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to a determination of the rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
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 £850, excluding water rates and council tax.
Who was involved?
The landlord and the tenant were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides for rent determinations for assured periodic 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 statutory requirements for determining rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was for the tenant, as it set the rent according to the statutory requirements.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their tenancy agreement complies with the relevant statutory requirements for rent determination.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and the statutory provisions under the Housing Act 1988 were crucial.
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.