Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. They set the weekly rent at £140, which took effect on 26 August 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988.
📖 What the law says
Under the Housing Act 1988, a tenant with an assured tenancy can apply to a tribunal to challenge the rent payable under their tenancy. However, the application cannot be made if the rent has already been determined by a previous decision under this section or if more than six months have passed since the start of the tenancy. Additionally, a tenant can also 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 First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under the Housing Act 1988. The rent was set at £140 per week, effective from 26 August 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00FA/MNR/2024/0189
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 44 Chadcourt Hull [POSTCODE]
J A Platt P [COMPANY]
185 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £140 Per Week (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3 & 4)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 26 August 2024
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
4. Date periodic/statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 24 May 2021
5. Rental period Weekly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord
NA
8. Description of premises
3 Bedroom terraced house
Chairman J A Platt Date of Decision 30 August 2024
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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 under the Housing Act 1988.| The tenant requested a determination of their rent under the Housing Act 1988.| The court recognized the tenant's right to have their rent determined under the Housing Act 1988.| The tenant's application was in line with the legal requirements under the Housing Act 1988.| The Housing Act 1988 clearly states that tenants are entitled to have their rent determined.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
It set the rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £140 per week.
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, setting the rent according to the statutory process.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 Section 14 was applied.
What was the argument that mattered most?
The argument centered around the statutory process 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 if they cannot agree with their landlord.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence included the terms of the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions.
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 seek legal advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.