Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Dismissed
Tenant's Claim Dismissed for Lack of Evidence
Allowed
Tenant Wins Damages for Landlord's Bond Failure
Allowed
Hearing Adjourned Due to Landlord's Unavailability
Allowed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Damages and Rent Arrears
Allowed
Tenant Entitled to Periodic Tenancy Despite 90-Day Clause
Allowed
Tenant ordered to pay $12,289.93 for rent arrears and damages
Other
Tenant Ordered to Pay $8,618.99 for Damages and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay the landlord $8,618.99 for damages and costs incurred during the tenancy, including window repairs, floor damage, and cleaning costs.
Allowed
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,333.74 for Rent Arrears and Water Rates
Allowed
Tenancy Terminated for Prolonged Rent Arrears
Allowed
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,668.52 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $1,668.52 for rent arrears, cleaning, and rubbish removal costs. This was due to the tenant leaving the premises unclean and with rubbish at the end of the tenancy.
Allowed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent and Debt to Avoid Termination
Allowed
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
Allowed
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
Other
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,660.29 for Rent Arrears and Damages
Allowed
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Allowed
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears
Allowed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Additional Fees Owed to Landlord
Dismissed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Rates
Allowed
Tenant Successfully Recovers Unpaid Levies and Costs
Dismissed