Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for a tenant's assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £240.00, excluding water rates and council tax, starting from 1 April 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988 Section 14.
📖 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, such 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. Additionally, a tenant can also apply to challenge a new rent proposed in a notice under sections 13(2) or 13A(2). When determining the rent, the tribunal considers what a willing landlord would charge for a similar tenancy in the open market.
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 a tenant's assured periodic tenancy, setting the weekly rent at £240.00 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from 1 April 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00CL/MNR/2024/0064
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 10 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mrs [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT], [ADDRESS], [ADDRESS], Newcastle upon Tyne, [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £240.00 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 1 April 2024
3. The amount included for services is Not known Per week
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 10 October 2022
5. Length of the term or rental period Weekly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs Standard – Landlord & Tenant Act 1984 Section 11
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises Sheltered Housing Scheme, originally owned by [NAME], transferred to [COMPANY] 2023. A modern 2 Bedroom flat in a 2 and 3 storey development of around 37 flats. The building includes communal areas, communal room, lift, and gardens. Rent inclusive of service charge. Tenancy Agreement refers to an extra heating charge, amount unknown.
[NAME] of Decision 25 June 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 section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
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 a tenant's assured periodic tenancy.
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 determination.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument focused on the statutory requirements for determining rent under an assured periodic tenancy.
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 through the First-tier Tribunal.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence related to the tenancy agreement and the statutory requirements for rent determination was 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.