Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
The Tribunal decided on the rent for an assured periodic tenancy, setting the weekly rent at £140 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from April 1st, 2024.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to a rent determination under 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. However, the 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). 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.
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 weekly rent at £140 excluding water rates and council tax, effective from April 1st, 2024.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. HS/LON/00BJ/MNR/2024/0138
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 126C [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Judge M [NAME]
Landlord [COMPANY], 230 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
Tenant Mr [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 140 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/is
negligible/not applicable £15.16 Per week
*4. Service charges are variable and are not included
5. Date assured tenancy commenced 22 August 2011
6. Length of the term or rental period Fixed term of 12 months as a starter tenancy, and thereafter continuing as a contractual assured tenancy
7. Allocation of liability for repairs Section 11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
8. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord none
9. Description of premises 2nd floor flat in large, 2-storey building with loft containing 3 flats in total. 1 double bedroom, bathroom/wc, kitchen, living room, hallway and 2 under-eaves walk-in storage spaces.
Chairman Judge M Jones Date of Decision 25 July 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
- The tenant was entitled to a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
- The Tribunal determined the rent for the premises to be £140 per week.
- The decision on the rent determination took effect from April 1, 2024.
- An amount of £15.16 per week was included for services.
- The tenancy commenced on August 22, 2011, as a fixed-term starter tenancy.
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 an assured periodic tenancy at £140 per week, excluding water rates and council tax.
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 rent determinations.
Which laws or rules were applied?
The Housing Act 1988 was applied, specifically section 14 for rent determinations.
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 for the tenant, setting the rent as requested.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone in a similar situation can seek a rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as tenancy agreements and relevant statutory provisions were likely considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Decisions like this can typically be appealed to a higher court.
Is it worth getting a solicitor for a case like this?
It is advisable to consult a solicitor for legal advice on such matters.