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Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The First-tier Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the monthly rent at £600, excluding water rates and council tax, starting from April 6th, 2025.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to a fair rent determination under an assured periodic tenancy agreement.

Topics

tenancy agreementsrent determinations

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

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. 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 considers the periodic nature of the tenancy, the start date of the new period, and the terms of the tenancy except for the rent amount.

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, setting the monthly rent at £600 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from 6 April 2025.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Allowed

MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. HAV/23UF/MNR/2025/0658

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 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]

[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT] c/o [RESPONDENT], 31 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant [NAME] [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £ 600.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 6 April 2025

3. The amount included for services is not applicable n/a Per n/a

4. Date assured tenancy commenced 6 February 2019

5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs Landlord

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord

8. Description of premises One bedroom ground floor flat

[NAME] of Decision 29 May 2025

📊 How courts decide similar cases

Among 12 similar decisions in this collection:

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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this

✅ Tends to be accepted

  • The tenant was granted a fair rent determination for their assured periodic tenancy.
  • The determined rent for the property is £600.00 per calendar month.
  • The new rent decision takes effect from 6 April 2025.
  • The landlord is responsible for repairs to the property.
  • The property is a one-bedroom ground floor flat.

Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

It set the monthly rent at £600 for an 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, ensuring a fair rent for the tenant.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

Ensuring a fair rent for the tenant under the assured periodic tenancy agreement.

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 should ensure their rent is fair and follows the Housing Act 1988.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The tenancy agreement and relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988 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's recommended to seek advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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