Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Rent Arrears Result in Tenancy Termination
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because they had not paid their rent for over 21 days. The landlord showed proof of the outstanding rent owed. This decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
Tenant's Claims Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Breach Claim
Tenant wins compensation for landlord's failure to maintain premises
A tenant successfully claimed compensation from the landlord for failing to maintain the premises and comply with the Healthy Homes Standards, resulting in significant damage to the floor and causing stress and emotional harm to the tenant.
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Repay Rent Arrears Through Structured Plan
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Tenancy Terminated for Abandonment and Unpaid Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because they abandoned the premises and owed rent arrears. The landlord was given possession of the property and the tenant was told to pay back the money they owe.
Conditional Termination Order Granted: Tenant Must Pay Overdue Rent and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order requiring the tenant to pay overdue rent and a filing fee. The order will lapse if fully complied with by 5 May 2025.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because their rent was over 21 days late. The decision was based on Section 55(1)(a) of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Tribunal Terminates Lease Due to Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they had not paid rent for over 21 days. The tenant was ordered to leave the property and pay back rent.
Tenancy Terminated for Persistent Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Judgment
Tenant Receives Conditional Termination Order to Avoid Eviction
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears Under Conditional Termination Order
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and damages
Tenancy Terminated for Failure to Live at Home
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant who stopped living at the home as required by their agreement. The Tribunal found that the tenant had abandoned the property and did not fix the problem within the given time frame.
Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant due to unpaid rent and awarded damages to the landlord. The landlord proved the rent was at least 21 days overdue and the tenancy was terminated under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.