Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal Lacks Jurisdiction in Excluded Tenancy Case
Tenant Ordered to Vacate Due to Rent Arrears in Manukau
The Tenancy Tribunal at Manukau ended a tenant's lease because they failed to pay rent and left the property with outstanding bills. The landlord was given possession of the property and received compensation for the unpaid rent and other charges.
Tenant Eviction Order Granted by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Consistent Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they had not paid rent for more than 21 consecutive days, as required by the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Terminated for Breach of Responsibilities
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated a tenant's tenancy for breaching responsibilities under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986. The tenant was found to have interfered with the reasonable peace, comfort, or privacy of the landlord's other tenants and neighbors.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over $4,090 in Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay $49 for Damages After Failing to Clean Premises
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,327.00 for Clean-Up and Repairs
Tenant Ordered to Pay $844.69 for Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $844.69 to the landlord for unpaid rent and the landlord's filing fee. This decision was based on the landlord providing detailed rent records showing the amount owed.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Due to £6,551 Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over Persistent Rent Arrears in Palmerston North
Tenant Loses Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears and Lack of Engagement
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they didn't pay rent and didn't communicate with the landlord in a helpful way. The tenant missed the hearing and didn't provide proof of their health issues as asked.
Tenant ordered to pay $9,282 in rent arrears and vacate premises
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,717.00 for Rent Arrears and Filing Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $4,717.00 for rent arrears and filing fees. This includes $4,690.00 for unpaid rent up to January 22, 2025, and $27.00 for the filing fee.
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Unlawful Entry and Inadequate Notice
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, awarding compensation for unlawful entry into the property, repairs and maintenance issues, and insufficient notice given to terminate the tenancy. The landlord's claims were dismissed.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy for $4,428.57 in Arrears in Waiotahe Valley
Tenant ordered to pay $860 in rent arrears and cleaning costs in Auckland
Tenant ordered to pay $1,339.30 in rent arrears and filing fee in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,312.30 in rent arrears and a $27.00 filing fee to the landlord. This decision was made after the landlord successfully claimed for rent arrears following the end of the tenancy.