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 Tenancy Termination
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because of unpaid rent and ordered a partial refund of the bond to cover these arrears. The Tribunal ruled that the tenants were responsible for the rent arrears that accrued before they joined the tenancy.
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
Tribunal Awards Rent Arrears but Dismisses Cleaning Costs Claim
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, the Tribunal awarded rent arrears to the landlord but dismissed the claim for cleaning costs, ruling that the tenant did not breach her obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant's Breach Remedied, Work Order Dismissed
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the landlord's request for a work order after the tenant mowed the lawns, thus remedying the breach.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Overdue Rent or Face Eviction
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $3,000 in overdue rent by a specific deadline or face eviction. This decision was made under sections 55 and 56 of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant's Signage Claim Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages for Leaving Property Unclean
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and damages for leaving the premises unclean and causing damage beyond fair wear and tear. The Tribunal found that the tenant had not cleaned the property properly and had caused damage to the walls.
Registered Owner Granted Immediate Possession of Property
Termination of Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears
Tribunal Awards Landlord $1,180 From Bond
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $1,180 from the bond to cover rent arrears and some repair costs. The decision was based on the evidence presented during the hearing.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Exemplary Damages for Unlawful Use of Premises
Tenant Successfully Recovers Levies and Costs from Landlord
Tenant Entitled to Recover Levies and Costs from Owner
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
Tribunal Rejects Claims Over Water and Power Usage Charges
Tenancy Case Suspended Until Legal Ownership Confirmed
Tenant Ordered to Pay $14,713.68 for Rent Arrears and Rubbish Removal
Tenant Wins Right to End Tenancy on Fixed Term Expiry
The Tenancy Tribunal decided that the tenant's tenancy ended on the expiry date of the fixed term, rejecting the landlord's claims for rent arrears and compensation. This decision was based on evidence showing that the landlord had agreed or waived the requirement for written notice.