Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Landlord's Application Dismissed for Improper Notices
High-value Insurance Claim Sent to High Court Due to Jurisdictional Limits
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order with Payment Plan
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order with a structured payment plan for rent arrears, allowing the tenant to avoid immediate eviction. The order requires weekly payments until the debt is settled.
Tenant's tenancy terminated for failing to maintain cleanliness
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of the tenant because the premises were not kept clean and tidy, despite multiple warnings and attempts to rectify the situation.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Non-Attendance
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant who failed to pay rent and did not show up for the hearing. The landlord proved the tenant owed rent and tried to contact them but could not reach them.
Tenant Loses Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears and Lack of Engagement
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because the tenant did not pay rent on time and did not respond to the landlord's requests to remedy the situation. The Tribunal emphasised the importance of paying rent promptly and engaging with the landlord.
Tenant's Quiet Enjoyment Claim Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a tenant's claim for compensation for breach of quiet enjoyment because the claim did not fall within the Tribunal's jurisdiction. The tenant argued that the landlord's actions disturbed their peace and comfort, but the Tribunal ruled that the claim was outside its authority.
Tenant and Landlord Agree to Terminate Tenancy Through Consent Order
Tenancy Tribunal Decision on Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal at Manukau decided on a case involving rent arrears, cleaning costs, repairs, and a power reconnection fee. The Tribunal found the tenant responsible for rent arrears and certain repairs but not for minor cleaning issues or a power reconnection fee.
Rent Arrears and Maintenance Ruling by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears, cleaning costs, and damages beyond fair wear and tear, such as lawn mowing and repairs to the ceiling and ranch slider.
Tenancy Terminated for Significant Rent Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay for Cleaning and Repairs
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and water rates
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and their share of water rates. The landlord presented evidence of the amounts owed, including rent records and water invoices. The tenant accepted the debt but requested help to repay it.