Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Anti-Social Behaviour
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and cleaning fees
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Rates
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and water rates to the landlord. This decision was made because the tenant used the property for commercial purposes without permission, leading to a breach of the residential tenancy agreement.
Tenancy Terminated for Unpaid Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of a tenant due to unpaid rent arrears. The tenant was ordered to vacate the premises immediately and pay the landlord $6,619.99.
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order to Avoid Eviction
Rent Arrears Lead to Termination of Tenancy
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Fees
Tenant Receives Conditional Termination Order After Owing Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order to a tenant who owed rent arrears and a filing fee. The tenant agreed to pay the debt over a set period, and the order will expire if all payments are made on time.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears in Weekly Installments
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant owed rent arrears for over 21 days. The tenant was ordered to pay the landlord $3,546.45.
Tribunal Rules Jurisdiction Over Mixed-Use Premises
The Tenancy Tribunal decided it has the power to hear a case involving a house attached to commercial premises, determining that the house was primarily used for residential purposes.
Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay Levies and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the Unit Owner must pay levies, interest, and costs to the claimant for failing to meet the payment deadlines. This decision was based on the Unit Titles Act 2010.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Insurance Excess for Floor Damage
Tenancy Terminated for Abandonment and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because they left the premises without paying rent and did not intend to return. This decision was made through the expedited process under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, cleaning fees, and damages for repairs after finding that the tenant breached their obligations under the tenancy agreement.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because they failed to pay rent for over 21 days. The landlord proved the amount owed and the tenancy was terminated accordingly.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee or Face Termination
Tenant's Claims Dismissed Due to Non-Attendance at Hearing
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the tenant's claims because the tenant did not attend the hearing. The tenant was ordered to pay rent arrears and other fees.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they owed rent and had breached their obligations under the lease agreement. The Tribunal gave the landlord control of the property and required the tenant to pay back rent and other fees.