Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenancy Tribunal Grants Conditional Termination Order
Tenancy Tribunal dismisses claimant's termination request due to insufficient evidence
Tenant ordered to pay $2,827 in rent arrears and return $2,800 bond in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and return the bond after vacating the premises early. This decision was based on the tenant's failure to fulfill their obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant ordered to pay $1,767 in rent arrears in Tenancy Tribunal
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $1,767 to the landlord for unpaid rent and filing fees. The landlord had proof of the rent arrears, and the tenant could not be contacted for the hearing.
Landlord Wins Possession and Rent Arrears Order
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Due to $11,450.62 Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tribunal Ends Tenancy for Persistent Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenants had not paid their rent on time for a long time, even though they tried to catch up. The Tribunal felt it was unfair to continue the tenancy given the history of missed payments.
Tenant's tenancy terminated for rent arrears in Lower Hutt
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of a tenant due to unpaid rent over 21 days. The tenant was ordered to pay the landlord $4,927.35 for outstanding rent and fees.
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $3,827 for Rent Arrears and Filing Fees in Auckland
Tenant Loses Tenancy After Denying Landlord Access
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Over $10,527 Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant didn't pay rent and didn't fix the problem within 14 days after receiving a notice from the landlord. The tenant had also moved out of the property.
Landlord Withdraws Application During Tenancy Tribunal Hearing
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the landlord withdrew their application during the hearing. This means the case was dismissed and no further action was taken.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and landlord to return bond
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Lack of Response
Tenant ordered to pay $512 for rent arrears and filing fee
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $512 to the landlord for unpaid rent and the filing fee. The landlord provided evidence proving the amount owed.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy for Abandonment and Unpaid Rent in Auckland
Tenant wins bond and filing fee, landlord's claims dismissed
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, awarding the bond and filing fee reimbursement. The landlord's claims for damages and rent increase were dismissed.
Claimant Successfully Recovers Unpaid Levies and Costs from Unit Owner
Tenant Ordered to Pay $357 Including Rent Arrears and Filing Fee in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $357, which includes $330 in rent arrears and a $27 filing fee. The payments are to be made in weekly installments starting on 20 February 2025, with the final payment due on 12 March 2025.
Tribunal Rejects Damage Claims, Awards Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal heard a case where the claimant asked for money to cover water bills and repairs to the rental property. The Tribunal ruled that the claimant had to pay for her own water usage and that she hadn't shown proof of damage to the property. However, the Tribunal did give the claimant back the money she spent on filing the case.