Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Landlord $839.79 for Rent Arrears and Costs
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord for outstanding rent and additional expenses like cleaning fees. The decision was made based on the agreement between the parties during the hearing.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $6,186.91 for Damages and Rent Arrears
Conditional Termination Order with Repayment Plan
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Both Parties' Claims Due to Insufficient Proof
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal dismissed both the tenant’s claim of a retaliatory notice and the landlord’s claim for damage costs because neither party provided sufficient proof to support their claims.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears: Tenant Ordered to Pay Over $7,000
A tenant's lease was ended by the Tenancy Tribunal because of substantial unpaid rent. The court gave the property back to the landlord and required the tenant to pay over $7,000 in arrears and other costs.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Tenant’s Request for Rehearing
A tenant asked the Tenancy Tribunal for a rehearing after being ordered to leave due to unpaid rent. However, the Tribunal dismissed this request because there was no evidence that a serious procedural error or new information could have changed the outcome.
Tenancy Terminated: Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears
In this case, a tenant failed to attend a hearing regarding their unpaid rent and bond. As a result, the Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy and ordered the tenant to vacate the property by a specific date and pay outstanding rent and fees.
Tenant's Absence Leads to Tenancy Termination Due to Rent Arrears
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay Arrears and Rates
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must repay rent arrears, water rates, and the filing fee or face termination of their tenancy agreement. Judge Greene made this decision based on the tenant's failure to meet payment deadlines.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Tenant’s Rehearing Request
A tenant requested a rehearing from the Tenancy Tribunal after an initial order was made against them, but their request was denied because they did not comply with certain conditions set by the court. The decision highlights that merely alleging legal or factual errors is insufficient to warrant a rehearing.
Tenancy Tribunal Postpones Hearing Until Appeal Resolved
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal decided to postpone both applications until an ongoing appeal is resolved. This decision helps prevent additional court proceedings and ensures clarity in the legal process.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $6,188.55 for Damages and Non-Compliance
In this case, a tenant failed to leave their rental property clean and in good repair at the end of their tenancy. As a result, they were ordered by the Tenancy Tribunal to pay damages and exemplary damages to the landlord for causing damage and failing to vacate on time.
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order After Agreeing to Pay Debts
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears Until New Tenancy Begins
Tenant Wins Bond Refund Against Landlord’s Claims
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant who requested a bond refund after leaving the property. The landlord's claims regarding damage to plants and carpet were dismissed as the tribunal found that the damage was due to flooding and fair wear and tear.
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Tenant's Claim Due to Absence
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a tenant’s claim for non-attendance at the hearing and ordered the bond of $2,160 to be returned due to lack of landlord's counterclaim. The decision highlights the importance of attending hearings as required by law.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,377.91 in Rent Arrears and Costs
In this case, a tenant was ordered by the Tenancy Tribunal at Wellington to pay their landlord $4,377.91 for unpaid rent and various costs incurred because of the tenant's failure to comply with end-of-tenancy obligations such as returning keys and security devices.
Tenancy Tribunal Rules: Tenant Must Clean Premises Before Leaving
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal decided that a tenant is responsible for leaving rental property in a clean state at the end of the tenancy agreement. The landlord was awarded compensation for necessary cleaning and rubbish removal due to the tenant's failure to meet these requirements.
Claimant Wins Levy Recovery Case Against Unit Owner
In this case, a a person successfully recovered unpaid levies and interest from a a person who failed to pay on time. The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the a person must also cover a person's collection costs.
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay Compensation for End-of-Lease Obligations Violation
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the landlord after the tenant failed to comply with their responsibilities at the end of the lease. The tenant was ordered to pay $630.45 for cleaning costs, rubbish removal, key replacement, and other expenses due to non-compliance.