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 $7,623 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay the landlord $7,623.29 for damages and cleaning costs incurred at the end of the tenancy. The Tribunal determined that the tenant did not leave the premises reasonably clean and tidy and was responsible for damages beyond fair wear and tear.
Tenancy Tribunal Allows Fence Construction on Accessory Unit
The Tenancy Tribunal allowed a unit owner to build a fence on their accessory unit, provided it complies with legal requirements and does not interfere with the Body Corporate's ongoing works such as stairs and drainage projects.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,657.85 for Rent Arrears
Termination of Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant had not paid rent for over 21 days. The tenant's name and identifying details were kept secret to protect their privacy.
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated for Abandonment and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenant's lease because the tenant left the rental property without paying rent and did not intend to return. This decision was made according to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears and Debt Repayment Plan
Claimant wins levy recovery case at Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Return Bond
Tenant Agrees to Pay $8,887.00 for Rent Arrears
Tribunal Grants Premises Possession to Deceased Tenant's Administrator
The Tenancy Tribunal granted possession of the premises to the administrator of the deceased tenant. The occupier claimed a right of occupation through a potential testamentary promise claim but failed to provide a filed claim, leading the Tribunal to grant possession to the administrator.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages
Termination of Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears When Tenant Failed to Attend Hearing
Tribunal Awards Landlord $1,490 for Rent Arrears and Window Repairs
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Fixed Water Charges
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Meth Contamination and Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenant's lease because the rental property was contaminated with methamphetamine and the tenant had significant unpaid rent. The contamination levels were unsafe, and the rent arrears were substantial, leading to the termination of the tenancy.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears: What Tenants Need to Know
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant did not pay rent and did not show up for the hearing. The landlord was awarded damages for the unpaid rent.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,667 in Rent Arrears and Filing Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $4,667 to the landlord, which includes rent arrears and the landlord's filing fee. This decision was based on the landlord providing rent records that proved the amount owed.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears and Non-Attendance
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they hadn't paid rent for over 21 days and didn't show up for the scheduled hearing. The landlord proved the amount of rent owed, and since the tenant didn't contest the claim, the Tribunal ruled in favour of the landlord.