Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant's Failure to Pay Rent Leads to Termination of Tenancy
Conditional Termination Order for Tenant Owing Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order for a tenant owing rent arrears and a filing fee, requiring weekly payments until the debt is settled.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and damages to the landlord. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, which requires tenants to pay for rent arrears, water rates, and damages.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears, cleaning fees, and a call-out fee for urgent electrical assessment due to damages left at the end of the tenancy. The landlord provided proof of the damages and the costs incurred.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Bond
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay their landlord $1,237.00 for unpaid rent and a bond. The landlord had to show proof of the debt and make reasonable attempts to inform the tenant, such as sending emails and texts.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,242.99 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Tenancy Terminated for Assault and Anti-Social Behavior
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because the tenant assaulted another tenant and behaved in an anti-social manner, such as spitting on visitors and threatening others. The Tribunal decided that the tenant was the aggressor and that it was likely the tenant would continue to behave inappropriately.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Costs
Tenancy Tribunal Lacks Jurisdiction Over Flatmates and Head Tenant Dispute
Tribunal Orders Filing Fee Payment but Rejects Additional Costs
Landlord Awarded Rent Arrears from Bond - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the landlord was entitled to $483.43 from the bond due to unpaid rent. The landlord proved the amount owing through rent records and the tenant did not attend the hearing.
Former Owner Ordered to Pay $43,778.22 for Costs Related to Outstanding Levies
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the former owner must pay the claimant $43,778.22 for costs related to recovering outstanding levies. This decision emphasises the importance of prompt payment of levies and the recovery of associated costs.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and warrant fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and a warrant of possession fee to the landlord. The tenant missed the initial hearing and did not pay the rent as directed, resulting in the warrant of possession.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,976 for Various Charges and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal at Manukau ordered a tenant to pay the landlord $2,976.04 for various charges and damages incurred during the tenancy, including access card fees, cleaning costs, and repairs to damaged property.
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Rent Arrears and Breach of Contract
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they owed back rent and broke their rental agreement. The landlord showed that the rent was overdue by at least 21 days and the tenant didn't follow the terms of their lease.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated a tenancy due to unpaid rent arrears and transferred the bond to the landlord, following the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Successfully Recovers Unpaid Levies and Costs
Conditional Termination Order Granted for Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order to a tenant who owed rent arrears and a filing fee. The tenant agreed to pay the debt and maintain consistent rent payments to avoid immediate termination.