Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant's Request for Termination Due to Hardship Grounds
Tenant Ordered to Pay Damages and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord for various damages and cleaning costs exceeding fair wear and tear, including extensive wall damage, carpet cleaning, and rubbish removal costs.
Tenant ordered to pay $4,885.26 for damages and arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay the landlord $4,885.26 for damages and unpaid rent. The Tribunal determined that the damage was more than fair wear and tear and was likely intentional.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Judgment
Tenant Wins Bond Refund Due to Lack of Counterclaim
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Rent Arrears and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenants to pay rent arrears and damages to the premises. The landlord provided proof of rent arrears and damages, and the tenants did not attend the hearing.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $5,955.00 for Rent Arrears and More
Bond Refund Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Jurisdiction
Tenant's Lease Terminated for Unpaid Rent
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they didn't pay any rent since moving in. The landlord now has the right to take over the unit and the tenant must pay back the owed rent.
Tenant's Claim for Extension and Damages Dismissed
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
Tenant Partially Wins Bond Recovery in Tenancy Tribunal Case
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Lack of Communication
Unit Owner Ordered to Pay Levies and Costs in Tenancy Tribunal Case
Adjournment Granted for Tenant to Prepare Adequately
The Tenancy Tribunal granted an adjournment to the tenant because the tenant did not have enough time to prepare for the hearing. The tenant lacked access to the internet and had not seen the necessary documentation.
Unit Owner Ordered to Pay Levies and Costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee Under Conditional Termination Order
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee through a series of weekly payments. Failure to comply could lead to immediate termination of the tenancy and possession of the premises by the landlord.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Non-Attendance
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a rental agreement because the tenant didn't pay rent and didn't show up for the hearing. The landlord proved the rent was overdue, leading to the termination of the tenancy.