Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant Avoids Termination After Partial Payment of Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a landlord's application for termination of a tenancy after the tenant made significant payments towards rent arrears before the hearing. This means that tenants can avoid termination if they make significant payments towards their rent arrears before the hearing.
Tenant ordered to pay $2,178.86 in rent arrears
Tenant Liable for Damage Beyond Wear and Tear
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order to Pay Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy for Rent Arrears
Tenant ordered to pay $5,633.26 for damages and arrears in Papakura
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.
Tribunal dismisses application for non-attendance in Auckland
The claimant's application was dismissed because they didn't show up for the hearing and didn't ask for the hearing to be postponed. The judge tried contacting the landlord multiple times but got no response.
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.
Tenant's tenancy terminated for rent arrears in Papakura
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because the rent was at least 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the outstanding rent.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy for Rent Arrears Over $2,800 in Wellington
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because they owed rent that was at least 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the rent owed.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Serious Tenant Breaches
Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay $8,274.40 in Unpaid 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'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.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee or Face Termination
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over £6,300 Rent Arrears in Auckland
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 $1,361.29 for rent arrears in Tenancy Tribunal case
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $1,361.29, which includes rent arrears and the landlord's filing fee. This decision was based on the landlord's rent records.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Over Unpaid Rent in Auckland
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.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over $9,017 in Rent Arrears in Auckland
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.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over $4,991 in Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because the rent was over 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the amount owed, leading to the termination of the lease.