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Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy

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📌 In brief

The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy. The rent was set at £800 per month, starting from April 8th, 2025, following the Housing Act 1988.

⚖️ Legal holding

A tenant is entitled to have their rent set according to the Housing Act 1988.

Topics

tenancy agreementrent determination

Provisions

📖 What the law says

Housing Act 1988 s.14

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 considers the periodic nature of the tenancy and ensures that the terms of the new tenancy match the original one, 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. The rent was set at £800 per calendar month, effective from 08 April 2025.

📚 Full judgment Official document

OUTCOME: Other

MR22 First Tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00EE/MNR/2025/0706

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 109 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

J Fraser J [RESPONDENT]

Landlord [NAME] ([NAME]) [RESPONDENT]

c/o [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]

Tenant [NAME], [APPELLANT]

1. The rent is: £800 Per calendar month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in para 3)

2. The date the decision takes effect is: 08 April 2025

3. The amount included for services is: Not applicable

4. Date statutory periodic assured tenancy commenced 08 April 2025

5. Rental period Monthly

6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per s.11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.

7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord

None

8. Description of premises

A modern two-storey house with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, bathroom/wc and w/c

Chairman J Fraser Date of Decision 13 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 tribunal determined the rent for the property to be 800 pounds per calendar month.
  • The decision on the rent amount will take effect from April 8, 2025.
  • The property is described as a modern two-storey house with two bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and two toilets.
  • The landlord is not providing any furniture for the tenancy.
  • The landlord is responsible for repairs as outlined in Section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What did this decision decide?

The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £800 per month.

Who was involved?

The landlord and the tenant were involved.

How did the court decide, and why?

The court decided based on the Housing Act 1988, which provides the framework for determining rent.

Which laws or rules were applied?

The Housing Act 1988 was applied.

What was the argument that mattered most?

The argument centered around the application of the Housing Act 1988 to determine the rent.

Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?

The decision was neutral, applying the law to set the rent.

What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?

Someone in a similar situation should refer to the Housing Act 1988 for guidance on rent determination.

What evidence or documents mattered?

The evidence and documents related to the tenancy agreement and the relevant sections of the Housing Act 1988.

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 advice from a qualified solicitor for such cases.

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