Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy - First-tier Tribunal Decision
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £1,300, effective from December 1st, 2024, following the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 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. 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 takes into account the terms of the existing tenancy and disregards certain factors such as improvements made by the tenant or reductions due to non-compliance.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
📜 Headnote Official document
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £1,300 per month, effective from December 1st, 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00FN/MNR/2024/0639
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 42 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [RESPONDENT]
[ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £1,300.00 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 01/12/2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable ________ __ Per ________ _
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 01/11/2022
5. Length of the term or rental period Six Months
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises A three storey terraced house comprising 2 living rooms, kitchen, ground floor shower room with W.C,4 bedrooms, family bathroom. The house has central heating and double glazing. Garden. Carpets,curtains and cooker are provided by the landlord.
[NAME] of Decision 03/02/2024
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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
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988.
- The court recognizes the tenant's right to have their rent assessed under the Housing Act 1988.
- The Housing Act 1988 provides a framework for determining rent for tenants.
- The tenant's application for rent determination under the Housing Act 1988 is valid.
- The process outlined in the Housing Act 1988 for rent determination is followed.
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 £1,300 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the case.
How did the court decide, and why?
The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining rent for assured periodic tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988, specifically section 14, 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, setting the rent as requested.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a rent determination through the First-tier Tribunal if they cannot agree with their landlord on the rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and previous rent payments may have been considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often be appealed to the Upper Tribunal.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is recommended to consult a solicitor for legal advice regarding rent determination cases.