Tribunal Sets Rent 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 £2200, effective from November 29, 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined 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 applies to a periodic tenancy with the same periods as the original tenancy, starting at the beginning of the new period specified in the notice.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal set 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, setting the monthly rent at £2200 excluding certain charges.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. LON/00AJ/MNR/2024/0685
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 7 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] c/o [NAME] letting agents
Address Unknown
Tenant [APPELLANT] [NAME] & [APPELLANT] [NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £ 2200 Per Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 29 November 2024
*3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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*4. Service charges are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 26 April 2022
6. Length of the term or rental period Monthly Assured Periodic Tenancy
7. Allocation of liability for repairs In accordance with agreement
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
9. Description of premises A 1970s built semi-detached house with front and rear gardens. Accommodation comprises living room, dining room, 3 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom/WC, garage
Chairman Duncan Jagger MRICS Date of Decision 28 August 2025
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- 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 £2200 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 tenancies.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied to determine the rent.
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, as the rent was set according to the statutory requirements.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation should ensure their rent is set according to the relevant statutory provisions.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and statutory provisions were likely considered in making the decision.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions of the First-tier Tribunal can 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.