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 Rent Arrears and Bond
Tenant's Lease Terminated for Abandonment and Unpaid Rent
Tenant ordered to pay $1,427 in rent arrears and filing fees
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Rent Arrears and Non-Attendance
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.
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Termination and Payment of Rent Arrears
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and cleaning fees
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.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination and Financial Penalty
Tenancy Tribunal Rules Lack of Jurisdiction Due to Premises Usage
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
Tenant's Claim for Reassessment of Levies Dismissed, Costs Awarded
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.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
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.