Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Rent Arrears Lead to Termination of Tenancy
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.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord’s Expedited Abandonment Process Application
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
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
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and filing fees
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.
Tenant's Application Dismissed for Not Showing Up
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.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears
Tribunal Denies Expedited Abandonment Process for Tenant
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
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.
Tenant refused access, Tenancy Tribunal grants possession to landlord
Tenant's Request for Exemplary Damages Due to False Water Rates Invoices and Retaliatory Notice Denied
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination
Tenancy Terminated Due to Repeated Anti-Social Behaviour
Tenant Ordered to Pay $7,294 for Rent Arrears and Property Damage
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $7,294.17 to the landlord for rent arrears and various damages to the property. The landlord presented evidence of the damages and unpaid rent, while the tenant did not attend the hearing.