Rent Determination for Assured Periodic Tenancy Set at £715 Monthly
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £715, effective from April 14, 2024. This decision was made by Judge J a person and Judge J Gallagher on March 4, 2025.
⚖️ 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, except if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section or more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. The tribunal will then decide the rent that a willing landlord would expect to receive for letting the property in the open market under similar conditions.
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 £715 per month effective April 14, 2024. The decision was made by Ms J White and Mr J Gallagher on March 4, 2025.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BN/MNR/2024/0109
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 Flat 11, 12 Birch Polygon, Manchester. [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord RH [APPELLANT] 152 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 715 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 14/4/2024
3. The amount included for services is
not applicable N/A Per N/A
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 14/7/2021
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per s11 LTA 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Unfurnished, floor coverings, [NAME] goods
8. Description of premises Small basement studio flat of around 20m2 in large Victorian semidetached. Rear external access Living/bedroom space with pull down bed, small double glaze window and glazed door, and a wall mounted electric heater. Internal bathroom comprises wash basin, w/c and shower cubicle with an electric shower. Internal dated kitchen. Damaged flooring. Issues with hot water pressure, plumbing and drainage. Large unlandscaped area to rear.
Chairman J [NAME] of Decision 4/3/2025
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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.
- The tenant is entitled to a register of rents under an assured periodic tenancy as per Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- The tenant is entitled to have the rent for their property set at a reasonable level based on the open market value.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent determined according to the Housing Act 1988.
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 £715 per month.
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 calculation and setting of the 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 can seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Details of the tenancy agreement and the property condition were considered.
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 get advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.