Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £545 per month, starting from January 1, 2021, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to 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 decide on the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The decision takes into account the type of tenancy, the start date, and the terms of the existing 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 decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting it at £545 per calendar month, effective from 1 January 2021, under the Housing Act 1988.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CJ/MNR/2021/0004
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], Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, [POSTCODE]
Mr WL Brown Mr [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME], [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Ms [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £545.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 January 2021
3. The amount included for services is: not applicable
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 12 July 2019
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Per Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Carpets, cooker
8. Description of premises 1st Floor 2 bedroomed flat with garden. On street parking.
Tribunal Judge Mr WL Brown Date of Decision 11 May 2021
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) 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 is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- There is at least one instance where the outcome was not explicitly allowed, marked as "Other".
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 at £545 per month.
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, which provides guidelines for setting rents.
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 should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.
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 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.