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 £1400, which took effect on 25 July 2024.
⚖️ 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 rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The application must meet certain conditions, such as not being made if the rent is already set by a previous determination 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 determined 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 decision set the monthly rent at £1400, effective from 25 July 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2024/0115
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 601 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
Ms [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 565 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant [NAME]
1. The rent is: £1400 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 25 July 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable - Per -
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 24 November 2019 5. Length of the term or rental period Periodic Monthly 6. Allocation of liability for repairs S11 LTA 1985 7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None 8. Description of premises Semi-detached house with two living rooms, two bathrooms, 4 bedrooms and 1 box room and garden and off street parking.
[NAME] of Decision 25 July 2024
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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?
It set the monthly rent at £1400 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 provides for rent determinations.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 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.
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 determinations.
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 advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.