Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenancy Terminated for Unpaid Rent Arrears
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and filing fee under conditional termination order
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and a filing fee under a conditional termination order. The order includes a structured payment plan and conditions for termination if the tenant fails to comply.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because they failed to pay rent for over 21 days. The landlord showed proof of the unpaid rent, and the tenant did not show up to the hearing.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Persistent Rent Arrears
Tenancy Tribunal dismisses dispute between co-tenants for lack of jurisdiction
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a claim brought by a tenant against a co-tenant, stating that it does not have the authority to resolve disputes between co-tenants. The Tribunal ruled that the parties were co-tenants, not landlord and tenant, and thus the claim fell outside its jurisdiction.
Tenant's Fixed Term Tenancy Reduced Due to Mould Issues
The Tenancy Tribunal reduced the fixed-term tenancy period of a tenant due to unforeseen changes in their circumstances, including mould issues affecting their health and living conditions.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Over Three Weeks
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant due to repeated rent breaches. The tenant did not attend the hearing and failed to remedy the breaches within the required periods. The landlord was awarded $527.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Unit Owner Ordered to Pay Levies and Costs in Tenancy Tribunal Case
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,855.39 for Damages and Cleaning
Tenant ordered to vacate premises after termination of tenancy
Tenant's Name Suppressed to Protect Dependent Children - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,735.34 in rent arrears. The tenant's name and identifying details were suppressed to protect their dependent children.