Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant Successfully Recovers Unpaid Levies and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled in favour of the tenant, ordering the landlord to pay back unpaid levies, interest, costs, and the filing fee. This decision was made under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant ordered to pay $11,450 for rent arrears and damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $11,450.00 for rent arrears and damages caused at the end of the tenancy. The tenant did not attend the hearing, and the Tribunal relied on the landlord's evidence and documentation.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears After Failing to Attend Hearing
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.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant couldn't keep up with agreed repayment plans for overdue rent. This resulted in the termination of the tenancy and the eviction of the tenant.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
Tenancy Terminated Due to Unpaid Rent Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant didn't pay rent for over 21 days. The landlord got the rental property back and the tenant had to pay the outstanding rent and bond.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Rates
Tenant Granted Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order to a tenant owing rent arrears, allowing the tenant to avoid immediate eviction if they adhere to a payment plan.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal at Whakatane decided to terminate the tenancy of a tenant because the rent was at least 21 days overdue. The landlord proved the amount owed through rent records, resulting in the termination of the tenancy and the landlord gaining possession of the property.
Application Dismissed for Lack of Prosecution
Tenant's Application Dismissed for Non-Attendance at 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.
Tenant Allowed to Continue Tenancy Under Conditional Order
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.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $5,200 in Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $5,200 in rent arrears to the landlord after the tenant failed to move out of the premises as agreed in the lease agreement.
Conditional Termination Order with Tenant Identity Suppressed
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order to a landlord, requiring the tenant to pay rent arrears over a period of time. The tenant's identity was suppressed from the published order to protect their privacy.
Landlord Withdraws Termination Application During Hearing
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the landlord withdrew their termination application during the hearing, resulting in the dismissal of the application. The names and identifying details of both parties were kept secret.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Avoid Eviction
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and a filing fee by a specific deadline or face eviction. The tenant argued they had made arrangements to pay the debt but was still granted a conditional termination order.
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Tenants to Pay for Cleaning and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenants to pay the landlord $1,326.00 for cleaning and damages. The Tribunal found the tenants liable for the costs to clean the premises and for damage to the premises beyond fair wear and tear.