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 for Carpet Cleaning and Repairs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $1,269.79 for damages and repairs at the end of their tenancy. This includes costs for carpet cleaning, wall repairs, and replacing a damaged shower liner.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Cleaning and Carpet Cleaning Expenses
Tenant's Cost Recovery Claim Rejected by Tenancy Tribunal
Landlord Granted Possession After Termination - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenants Ordered to Pay $8,250.49 for Cleanup and Damage Costs
Tenant Fined for Leaving Premises Untidy and Missing Keys
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Exceeding Six Weeks
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and meth testing costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation
Tenants Ordered to Pay $475 for Repairs - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
Landlord Fails to Lodge Bond on Time, Awarded Exemplary Damages
Tenant Ordered to Pay $369.40 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,507.00 for Premises Damage
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, a tenant was ordered to pay $1,507.00 to the landlord for damages and bond repayment. The Tribunal found the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises, which included stains and broken fixtures.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay $2,344.26 to the landlord, covering rent arrears and damages to the property. The Tribunal determined that the tenant was responsible for the damage, which went beyond normal wear and tear.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages Due to Mould and Smoke Damage
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenants to pay rent arrears, damages, and a rent difference to the landlord due to mould and smoke damage. The Tribunal found that the damage exceeded fair wear and tear and was caused by the tenants' use of burners and candles.
Tenancy Tribunal Adjourns Hearing Over Financial and Management Disputes
The Tenancy Tribunal at Masterton adjourned a hearing involving two unit owners over financial and management disputes. The Tribunal suggested the parties resolve their issues directly and review the Unit Titles Act 2010.
Tribunal Reduces Fixed-Tenancy Term Due to Severe Hardship
The Tenancy Tribunal reduced the fixed-term tenancy of the tenant due to severe hardship caused by noise levels and faulty appliances. The tenant was ordered to pay rent arrears.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $2,477.00, which includes rent arrears and the landlord's filing fee, after the tenant did not show up for the hearing.