Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tribunal awards $4,370.06 for rent arrears in Auckland
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $3,608.43 in Rent Arrears and Return Bond
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Over $9,051 Arrears in Auckland
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $616.23 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $616.23 to the landlord, including rent arrears, water rates, and cleaning fees. The tenant failed to leave the premises reasonably clean and tidy, and did not remove all rubbish at the end of the tenancy.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over Unpaid Rent in Auckland
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination and Financial Penalty
Tenant agrees to pay bond to landlord immediately
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay a bond to the landlord immediately, as both parties agreed during the hearing.
Conditional Termination Order Granted for Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order requiring the tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee. The order will lapse if fully complied with, otherwise the landlord will regain possession of the premises.
Tenant Ordered to Clear Hallway Leading to Front Door
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to remove belongings blocking the hallway leading to the front door, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and the Building Act 2004.
Tenant ordered to pay $4,587.00 including rent arrears and filing fees
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,906.75 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord for unpaid rent, water bills, and cleaning expenses. This decision was based on the tenant's failure to meet their obligations as outlined in the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Loses Tenancy Due to Non-Attendance and Owing $3,297 in Rent Arrears
Tenant Liable for Rent Arrears and Carpet Damage - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenancy Terminated for Failure to Attend Hearing and Clear Property
Tenant ordered to pay $7,327 for rent arrears
Tenant's Lease Terminated for Abandonment and Unpaid Rent
Rent Arrears Dismissed After Payment
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the claimant's application for rent arrears because the arrears were paid after the application was filed. The Tribunal highlighted the need for tenants to make rent payments on time and in full as per their agreement.