Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of the tenant due to rent arrears and awarded damages to the landlord. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, section 55(1)(a).
Tenant Ordered to Pay $852 for Rent Arrears After Failing to Attend Hearing
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.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Full Cleaning Claim
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Claim for Rent Arrears
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears from bond
Tenant wins rent arrears but avoids exemplary damages
Tenant Ordered to Pay Damages After Failing to Meet Obligations
Conditional Termination Order Issued Under Section 55(1)(aa)
Tenant Partially Liable for Meth Contamination Cleanup Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant was partially responsible for the costs of cleaning up methamphetamine contamination found after the tenancy ended. The landlord was awarded $3,349.50.
Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay Levies and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a unit owner must pay levies, interest, costs, and a filing fee to the claimant. The decision was based on the Unit Titles Act 2010, which requires unit owners to pay all levies and outgoings payable for the unit, including interest and reasonable costs incurred in collecting these.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
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 Awarded Damages for Rent Arrears and Property Damages
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.