Tribunal Sets Rent for Assured Periodic Tenancy
📌 In brief
In a dispute over rent between a tenant and landlord, the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) set the monthly rent for an assured periodic tenancy at £675. The decision was based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 if they dispute it with their landlord.
📖 What the law says
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. 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.
Plain-English explanation — does not replace advice from a solicitor.
📖 Technical summary
The Tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
📜 Headnote Official document
The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988, setting it at £675 per month and excluding water rates and council tax.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
MR22 First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. BIR/00CN/MNR/2023/0218
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 25 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 31 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant [APPELLANT]
1. The rent is: £675 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 5 October 2023
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
Per
4. Date assured tenancy commenced 7 July 2020
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs S. 11
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord None
8. Description of premises 2 bedroom self-contained second floor flat.
[NAME] of Decision 8.2.24
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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 disputes the rent with the landlord.
- The tenant is entitled to have their rent set by a tribunal under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
- A fair market rent based on the condition of the property and comparable rental values in the area is considered.
- The tenant is entitled to a fair rent determination under the Housing Act 1988.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- A landlord is entitled to set a rent amount for an assured periodic tenancy in accordance with Section 14 of 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 tribunal determined the rent for an assured periodic tenancy to be £675 per month.
Who was involved?
A tenant and a landlord were in dispute over the rent of a property.
How did the court decide, and why?
The decision was made based on Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 which allows for rent determination by a tribunal.
Which laws or rules were applied?
Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988 was used to set the rent.
What argument mattered most?
The tenant's claim that the rent should be determined under Section 14 of the Housing Act 1988.
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
It was in favour of the tenant, setting a fair rent based on their request.
What does this mean for someone in a similar situation?
Someone can apply to the tribunal under Section 14 if they disagree with their landlord about the rent.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The tenancy agreement and any relevant correspondence between tenant and landlord were likely considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
Yes, decisions from the First-tier Tribunal can often 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.