Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Full Cleaning Claim
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Landlord's Claim for Rent Arrears and Termination
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the landlord's application for termination and rent arrears because the landlord did not provide a tenancy agreement or proof of when the tenancy started.
Tenant wins bond compensation and exemplary damages in Tenancy Tribunal ruling
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, awarding $324.83 for exemplary damages and utility compensation. The landlord failed to lodge the bond as required by law, leading to the damages award.
Tribunal Ruling on Water Charges and Repairs
Tenancy Tribunal Decision — Case 4364331
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant left the premises without returning and owed rent. This decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Due to $1,368.14 Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,217 in Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $1,217 in rent arrears and the filing fee. This decision was made after the landlord presented rent records proving the amount owed.
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Due to 21+ Days Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay Filing Fee After Clearing Rent Arrears
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order to Pay Rent Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay $852 for Rent Arrears After Failing to Attend Hearing
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,158.62 for Cleaning and Lock Replacement
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Claim for Compensation and Exemplary Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the tenant's claim for compensation and exemplary damages against the landlord, ruling that there was not enough evidence to prove the landlord's failure to maintain the premises.
Tenant Ordered to Pay £1,105 in Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and compensate the landlord for damages incurred during the tenancy. The tenant agreed to these terms, and the Tribunal found them reasonable.
Tenant Awarded Damages for Rent Arrears and Property Damages
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Over £9,572.85 Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Maintenance Issues
The Tenancy Tribunal awarded compensation to the tenants for maintenance issues and rent reduction, dismissing a claim for lost wages. The Tribunal found that the landlord had not misled the tenants about fibre availability but acknowledged maintenance issues requiring compensation.
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of the tenant due to rent arrears and awarded the bond to the landlord. The landlord proved that the rent was at least 21 days in arrears, resulting in the termination of the tenancy.