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 Repay Rent Arrears Through Structured Plan
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay back rent arrears over 85 weekly payments. The tenant and landlord agreed to the repayment plan during a teleconference hearing.
Tenant Wins Full Bond Refund Due to Landlord’s Failure to File Counterclaim
Tenant ordered to pay $9,550.00 for rent arrears and compensation
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant who failed to pay rent for over 21 days. The landlord received damages including unpaid rent and filing fees.
Tribunal Rejects Landlord’s Expedited Abandonment Application Due to Lack of Evidence
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Debt Under Conditional Termination Order
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and a debt to the landlord. The order was made under a conditional termination agreement, meaning the tenant could avoid eviction by making regular payments.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,378.27 for Damages at End of Tenancy
Tenant ordered to pay $693.90 for water rates and filing fee
Conditional Termination Order Granted for Tenant
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order allowing the tenant two months to demonstrate regular rent payments. The order was made due to continuous rent arrears and the tenant's agreement to review the landlord’s rent summary and communicate regarding further payments.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
Adjourned Hearing: Tenant Seeks Safe Collection of Belongings
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and filing fee
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee after the tenant failed to pay rent for over 21 days. The order includes a conditional termination clause which will terminate if the tenant breaches the agreement.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears in Weekly Installments
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay outstanding rent arrears in weekly installments, formalising the repayment arrangement proposed by the landlord.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Neighbour Assault and Harassment
Tenant Ordered to Pay $12,126.44 for Cleaning and Security Costs Due to Anti-Social Behavior
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $12,126.44 to the landlord for cleaning and security costs. The tenant's anti-social behavior, including fights and property damage, led to these costs.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
Tenant Ordered to Pay $361.41 for Cleaning and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $361.41 for cleaning and damages after the tenant left the rental property in an unreasonably dirty state.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Reimburse Filing Fee
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and compensate for damage
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord for unpaid rent, cleaning, and repairs needed due to damage beyond normal wear and tear.