Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant Successfully Recovers Unpaid Levies and Costs from Unit Owner
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because the rent was at least 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the unpaid rent, resulting in the termination of the lease and an order for the tenant to pay the outstanding amount.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Levies and Costs in Tenancy Tribunal Case
Tenant's Claim for Harassment and Unlawful Termination Dismissed
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the tenant's claim alleging harassment by other tenants and unlawful termination of the tenancy agreement. The landlord was found to have taken reasonable steps to address the tenant's complaints.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Tenant Ordered to Clean Premises or Face Termination
Tenant Must Pay for Meth Testing Costs After Illegal Drug Use
Tribunal Awards Rent Arrears and Compensation for Book Losses
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the landlord, awarding $10,089.28 from the bond to cover rent arrears and compensation for lost books. The tenant did not attend the hearing and failed to provide evidence of their inability to attend.
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the tenant was ordered to pay rent arrears, water rates, and other damages to the landlord. The landlord successfully claimed for rent arrears, water rates, cleaning, and insurance excess due to damage to the bathroom basin.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
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.
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order to Clear Rent Arrears
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.
Tenant Abandons Property; Tenancy Terminated
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Clean Up
Tenancy Terminated Due to Abandonment and Rent Arrears
Termination of Tenancy Due to Abandonment and Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Lack of Response
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and compensate for garden work and key replacement. The tenant agreed to these claims during the hearing.