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 repay $5,487 in rent arrears and filing fee to avoid termination
Tribunal Grants Landlord Possession and Orders Tenant to Pay $2,779.35 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal granted the landlord possession of the premises and ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and cleaning costs. The tenant did not attend the hearing and had not left the premises clean and tidy.
Landlord Wins Termination Due to Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tenant ordered to pay $2,887 in rent arrears or face termination - Tenancy Tribunal
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order for a tenant owing rent arrears. If the tenant does not pay the debt within two working days, the landlord can take immediate possession of the premises.
Tribunal Dismisses Tenant's Application for Not Showing Up to Hearing in Tokoroa
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the tenant's application was dismissed because they failed to show up for the hearing. The Residential Tenancies Act requires tenants to attend hearings or request an adjournment.
Tribunal awards $1,211.43 in rent arrears to landlord in Papakura
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears, water rates, and rubbish removal costs. Despite the tenant's arguments about the rent increase and prepayment, the Tribunal sided with the landlord.
Tenant wins $4,877.00 in damages for bond and maintenance issues
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy Over £4,258 Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because the rent was at least 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the overdue rent through rent records.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears, break lease fees claim dismissed
Tenant Agrees to Pay $3,954.81 for Rent Arrears and Water Rates in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and water rates to the landlord. The tenant agreed to the debt and will make weekly payments of $100.
Tribunal Orders Unit Owner to Pay $16,709.46 in Levies and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant, ordering the unit owner to pay unpaid levies, interest, and costs. The Body Corporate had determined the levies payable and the unit owner's share according to their utility interest. Despite the owner's claim of a historical agreement allowing late payments, the Tribunal found the owner liable for the levies, interest, and costs.
Landlord's Rent Arrears Claim Dismissed Due to Lack of Contact
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the landlord's application for rent arrears because they couldn't reach either the landlord or the tenant during the scheduled hearing.
Tenant Receives Compensation and Bond Return in Settlement Agreement
Tenant Wins Damages for Landlord's Bond Lodgement Delay
Tenant Ordered to Pay £1,872.57 in Rent Arrears After Abandoning Property in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and filing fees after the tenant failed to attend the hearing. The landlord received $1,872.57, which included previous order amounts, rent arrears, and the filing fee.
Tenant wins compensation for rent arrears and damages
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Bond After Failing to Attend Hearing
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Rent and Utilities
The Tenancy Tribunal awarded the tenant $1,075.50 after deducting the bond. The tenant was responsible for unpaid rent and utilities, but the landlord had to pay the bond back. The premises were left in poor condition, requiring mold cleaning.
Tribunal Allows Landlord to Sell Tenant's Abandoned Goods
Landlord's Claim for Curtain Damages Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, the landlord claimed damages for curtains and drapes, but the claim was dismissed due to insufficient evidence. The tenant was ordered to replace smoke alarm batteries during the tenancy period.