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 $1,564.22 for Damages and Cleaning Costs in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $1,564.22 for cleaning, repairs, and other costs after the tenant left the premises unreasonably dirty and caused damage beyond fair wear and tear.
Tenant ordered to pay $1,341.29 in rent arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,341.29 in rent arrears to the landlord, as proven by the landlord's records. The bond was also transferred to the landlord. The tenant did not attend the hearing.
Tenant's tenancy terminated for failing to pay rent in arrears
Co-Tenants Ordered to Pay Joint Liability for Rent Arrears
Tenant's Notice to End Tenancy Upheld by Tenancy Tribunal
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $817.52 for Rent Arrears and Damages in Manukau
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $817.52 for rent arrears and damages beyond fair wear and tear. The tenant was found responsible for leaving the premises unclean and for causing damage to the property.
Landlord wins rent arrears, loses lawn work claim
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the landlord must return the bond and pay rent arrears to the landlord, but dismissed the claim for lawn work compensation as the landlord did not provide sufficient evidence.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy for Unpaid Rent in Manukau
Tenant's Threats Lead to Termination in Tenancy Tribunal Case
Tenant ordered to pay $1,981.29 in rent arrears and filing fees in Auckland
Tenant Entitled to Final Opportunity to Retrieve Belongings Before Disposal
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,750.33 for Damages and Cleaning
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Termination and Payment of Rent Arrears
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Landlord's Cleaning and Minor Damage Claims
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled against the landlord's claims for cleaning and minor wall damage. The tenants were found not responsible for these issues as the landlord did not provide enough evidence to prove the claims.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,159.25 for Damages and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $2,159.25 for damages to the premises and unpaid rent. The Tribunal ruled that the tenant was responsible for damages beyond fair wear and tear.
Tribunal Awards Partial Rent Arrears and Compensation in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and compensate the landlord for replacing locks, but dismissed the claim for extra damages. The tenant left items in a storage locker, preventing vacant possession, but the Tribunal acknowledged an agreement with the landlord for removal after the tenancy end date.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $29,937 for Damages and Non-Compliance
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $29,937.19 for damages and non-compliance with end-of-tenancy obligations. The tenant left the premises unreasonably dirty and damaged, failed to remove rubbish, and did not return keys.
Tenant's Application Upheld After Mediation
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal dismissed one application because the landlord didn't show up for the hearing. However, they upheld a mediated order because both the landlord and tenant had previously agreed to it during a mediation session.