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 $8,612.96 for Damages and Rent Arrears
Tenancy Tribunal Awards Compensation for Water Damage and Floor Repair
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenants, awarding them compensation for water damage and floor repair issues. The Tribunal determined that the landlord did not provide sufficient evidence to prove that the tenants were responsible for the damage.
Tenant's Bond Partially Returned by Tenancy Tribunal
The Tenancy Tribunal decided to partially return the bond to the landlord due to specific damages found in the apartment, while dismissing claims for lawn maintenance.
Tenant ordered to pay $177 for rent arrears and filing fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $177 for rent arrears and filing fees after the landlord proved proper service under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $954.86 for Rent Arrears and Break Lease Costs in Christchurch
Tribunal Orders Rent Arrears Payment for Tenants in Auckland
Tenant's Application Dismissed for Failing to Attend Hearing in Palmerston North
Tenant's Rehearing Request Denied in Rotorua Tenancy Case
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and removal costs
Tenant's Application Dismissed Due to Non-Attendance in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,458.94 for Rent Arrears and Window Repairs
Tenant ordered to pay $2,020.77 for rent arrears in Tenancy Tribunal case
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $2,020.77 to the landlord, including rent arrears and compensation for unpaid water rates and removal of belongings, due to non-compliance with tenancy obligations.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $3,593.67 for Damages at End of Tenancy
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $3,593.67 for damages and cleaning costs incurred at the end of the tenancy. The Tribunal found that the tenant had not left the premises reasonably clean and tidy as required by the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Landlord Ordered to Reimburse Tenant's Filing Fee Due to Bond Lodgement Failure
Tenant Wins Exemplary Damages for Late Bond Lodgement
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, ordering the landlord to pay $750 in exemplary damages for failing to lodge the bond within the required timeframe. The landlord admitted the mistake but blamed personal hardships for the delay.