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 rent arrears and fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and other fees to the landlord. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, section 54.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and costs for repairs, cleaning, and locksmith services due to damages beyond fair wear and tear. The tenant did not attend the hearing and failed to provide evidence of compliance with their obligations.
Tenant's Application Dismissed for Not Responding to Tribunal
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Carpet Cleaning Costs
Tenant's tenancy terminated for abandonment and rent arrears
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination
Tribunal Rejects Landlord’s Expedited Abandonment Application
The Tenancy Tribunal rejected the landlord's request to terminate the tenancy through an expedited process because the landlord did not provide enough evidence and the tenant intended to return. The case will now proceed to a full hearing.
Tenant's Health Claim Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay Levies and Costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay $5,635.24 for Cleaning and Repairs
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay the landlord $5,635.24 for cleaning and repair costs after determining that the tenant left the rental property unreasonably dirty and damaged beyond normal wear and tear.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
Tribunal Rejects Tenant's Request for Rehearing Over Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a tenant's application for a rehearing, confirming the termination of the tenancy for rent arrears. The Tribunal ruled that the tenant did not provide sufficient evidence to overturn the previous decision.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Damage Claim, Returns Bond to Tenant
Former Tenant Officially Removed From Tenancy
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the Tribunal declared a former tenant removed from the tenancy due to ongoing challenges in managing the premises. The landlord sought clarity regarding the former tenant's status, which was resolved through a formal declaration.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Bond for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Termination of Tenancy for Breach of Agreement
Tenant ordered to pay $14,116 in rent arrears over five years to avoid termination
Tenant ordered to pay $5,840 in rent arrears and landlord to return bond
Tribunal Grants Landlord Possession of Premises Following Termination
Tenant Ordered to Refrain from Altering Security and Fire Systems
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must get the landlord's permission before making changes to the unit's security and fire safety systems. This includes installing new locks or altering the fire alarms and smoke detectors.