Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because they didn't pay their rent on time. The tenant was told to pay back the rent they owe, plus extra costs like water bills and filing fees.
Tribunal Orders $685.71 Rent Arrears Payment from Bond in Christchurch
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenants to pay $685.71 in rent arrears and adjust the bond amount. The landlord claimed rent arrears, bond adjustments, and reimbursement of filing fees. The Tribunal found both tenants jointly and severely liable for the rent arrears and ordered the bond centre to pay the landlord immediately.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Due to $4,071 Arrears in Auckland
Tenant ordered to pay $1,641.15 for rent arrears and filing fee in Masterton
Tribunal orders tenant to pay $1,321.89 for rent arrears and cleaning costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,806.83 for Rent Arrears and Property Damage in Palmerston North
Tenant ordered to pay $1,767.43 for rent arrears and cleaning fees
Tenant Wins Compensation and Repairs for Damage from Leaking Shower
Tenant Granted Possession Order by Tenancy Tribunal
The Tenancy Tribunal granted possession to the claimant, confirming their legal ownership and entitlement under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986. The claimant acquired the property through a sale and provided sufficient proof of ownership, including a sale and purchase agreement and a certificate of title.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $54.53 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Tenant Loses Bond Refund Claim Over Notice Period in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Tenant Not Liable for Unprompted Water Rates Invoices
The Tenancy Tribunal decided that a tenant was not responsible for water rates invoices that were not promptly delivered. The landlord's request for full reimbursement was denied, and the tenant was only required to pay a portion of the outstanding water bills.
Tenant's Claims of Poor Maintenance and Harassment Dismissed
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Breaches of Maintenance and Alterations
Tribunal Rejects Termination but Orders Water Payments
Tenant ordered to pay overdue water rates and filing fee
Tenant Evicted for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenants because they failed to pay rent for over 21 days. The tenants were ordered to leave the premises immediately and pay back the rent arrears.
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $10,382.20 for Damages and Arrears in Christchurch
Tenant Granted Rehearing for Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a rehearing for the tenant's application and adjusted the payment plan for rent arrears, ensuring consistent payments and addressing past breaches.