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 £450, which includes certain items like floor coverings and a cooker, but excludes water rates and council tax.
⚖️ 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 determine the rent based on what a willing landlord might expect to receive for letting the property in the open market. The determination considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new tenancy, and the terms of the original tenancy, excluding certain factors like improvements made by the tenant.
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 rent was set at £450 per calendar month, excluding water rates and council tax but including floor coverings and a cooker.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CG/MNR/2019/0001
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 13 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Mrs J Oliver LLB Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 5, [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £450.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 20 January 2019
3. The amount included for services is
not applicable 0.00 Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 20 July 2015
5. Length of the term or rental period Calendar month
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Floor coverings, cooker
8. Description of premises Two bedroomed terraced property with gardens to front and rear. No garage or off street parking. Property comprises living room, kitchen, hallway, bedrooms and bathroom. Property affected by subsidence and generally poor
Judge Mrs J Oliver LLB Date of Decision 17 April 2019
📊 How courts decide similar cases
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- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) First-tier Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
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⚖️ 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.
- The determined rent for the property is £450.00 per calendar month.
- The landlord is responsible for repairs to the property.
- The property includes floor coverings and a cooker provided by the landlord.
- The property is a two-bedroom terraced house with gardens.
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 £450 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 statutory requirements for setting rent under the Housing Act 1988.
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 setting rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence likely included 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 recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.