Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Claimant Granted Rehearing for Name Suppression in Tenancy Dispute
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Substantial Damage
Tenant Wins Compensation for Rent Arrears and Carpet Damage
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Illegal Activities
Tenant ordered to pay $6,644 for rent arrears and repairs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $6,644 to the landlord, which includes rent arrears and the cost of repairing the front and garage doors. The tenant was found liable for these expenses as they were deemed damage beyond fair wear and tear.
Tenant's Lease Terminated Due to Abandonment and Rent Arrears in Invercargill
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because the tenant abandoned the property and owed rent. The landlord showed that the tenant was in prison and had removed most of their belongings.
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Tenants to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
Tribunal Awards Rent Arrears and Bond Repayment for Tenancy Dispute in Auckland
Tenant Wins Bond Refund for Unlawful Premises in Auckland
Tenant's Fixed-Tenancy Reduced Due to Severe Hardship
The Tenancy Tribunal reduced a tenant's fixed-term tenancy because the property was not ready for occupation. The landlord was ordered to pay the tenant $2,997.00 in compensation.
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay £1,411.15 for Rent Arrears and Damages in Auckland
Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay $9,054 in Levies and Costs in Auckland
At the Tenancy Tribunal, the claimant successfully recovered unpaid levies, interest, and costs from the unit owner. The Tribunal ruled that a unit owner must pay all levies and outgoings payable for the unit, including interest and reasonable costs incurred by the body corporate in collecting unpaid levies.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Exemplary Damages
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Poor Condition
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and compensate the landlord for cleaning and rubbish removal. The landlord's claims that the tenant refused entry were dismissed.