Tribunal sets £1350 monthly rent for assured periodic tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1350 per month excluding water rates and council tax but including any specified amounts. This decision was made under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows tenants to challenge their rent with a tribunal.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined by a tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 if they dispute it with their landlord.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, section 14 allows a tenant under an assured tenancy to apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under the tenancy. However, an application cannot be made if the rent is based on a previous determination under this section 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 sets the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting a monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts specified in paragraphs 3 & 4. The decision took effect on January 26th, 2026.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BQ/MNR/2025/1035
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 36 Norwich St, Rochdale, [POSTCODE]
[NAME], Tribunal Judge [NAME], MRICS, Valuer Member
Landlord The [NAME] (SW11) [RESPONDENT].
c/o [COMPANY], [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenants [NAME], [NAME] [NAME], [NAME]
1. The rent is: £1350 Per Calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 26th January 2026
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 26th January 2026
6. Rental period Calendar monthly
7. Allocation of liability for repairs
Section 11 Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
N/A
9. Description of premises Semi-detached house on a [NAME] development of rented 2 to 3 bedroomed properties built after 2019. The property is of brick and tile construction and comprises lounge, dining/kitchen and wc on the ground floor and 3 bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. There is a small garden area at the front and a medium sized rear garden. There is also a driveway at the side of the house. The house has full gas central heating and double-glazed windows. No significant repair problems although there have been issues with a leak from the bathroom into the toilet on the ground floor. The tenant has not carried out any alterations or improvements.
[NAME] of Decision 23rd February 2026
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tribunal determined the new rent for the assured periodic tenancy.
- The tribunal set the monthly rent at £1350, excluding water rates and council tax.
- The tribunal's decision on the rent took effect on January 26, 2026.
- The property was described as a semi-detached house built after 2019 with three bedrooms.
- The property had full gas central heating and double-glazed windows.
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The Tribunal set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £1350.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were involved in the dispute over rent determination.
How did the court decide, and why?
The tribunal decided based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, which allows for rent determination by a tribunal.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Housing Act 1988 s.14 was applied to determine the rent.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The tenant's right to have their rent determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was the key argument.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair monthly rent.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone disputing their rent can seek a tribunal determination under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The property details and tenancy agreement were key to determining the rent.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
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 advisable to seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.