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 monthly rent at £550, effective from June 10, 2019. This decision was made under the Housing Act 1988.
⚖️ Legal holding
A tenant is entitled to have the rent for their assured periodic tenancy determined by the Tribunal.
📖 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. 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 under similar conditions.
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 decision took effect on 10 June 2019, setting the monthly rent excluding water rates and council tax but including services.
📚 Full judgment Official document
OUTCOME: Allowed
First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber File Ref No. MAN/00BT/MNR/2019/0038
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 14 [ADDRESS] [POSTCODE]
[NAME] Mr [RESPONDENT]
Landlord [RESPONDENT] 14 [ADDRESS], [POSTCODE]
Tenant Miss [APPELLANT] [NAME]
1. The rent is: £ 550.00 Per Calendar Month (excluding water rates and council tax but including any amounts in paras 3)
2. The date the decision takes effect is: 10 June 2019
3. The amount included for services is not applicable
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4. Date assured tenancy commenced 10 December 2015
5. Length of the term or rental period Monthly
6. Allocation of liability for repairs As per S11 Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
7. Furniture provided by landlord or superior landlord Carpets, curtains (excl. curtains in back bedroom and blind in bathroom), white goods (excl. washing machine and fridge freezer).
8. Description of premises 2 storey mid terraced house, built 1881; brick and tile construction. 1 reception, kitchen, 2 bedrooms (1 single, 1 double), bathroom (WHB/WC, bath with shower attachment). Small front garden and yard in rear, on street parking.
[NAME] of Decision 13 September 2019
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The tenant has an assured periodic tenancy.
- The tenant requests the rent be determined by the Tribunal.
- The Tribunal has the authority to determine the rent for an assured periodic tenancy.
- Previous similar cases were allowed.
- The tenant's request aligns with the legal entitlements granted by law.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- (No factors identified that went against the claimant in the provided cases.)
Patterns observed in similar cases in this collection — every case is unique.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What did this decision decide?
The rent for an assured periodic tenancy was set at £550 per month.
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 allows for rent determination for assured periodic tenancies.
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 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 are in an assured periodic tenancy.
What evidence or documents mattered?
Evidence such as the tenancy agreement and relevant statutory provisions were considered.
Can a decision like this be appealed?
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 cases involving rent determination.