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 Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Tenant's Application Dismissed Due to Non-Attendance
Tenant's Compensation Claim After Eviction Dismissed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Rates After Leaking Pipe Dispute
Tenant's Application Dismissed for Non-Attendance
In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the tenant's application was dismissed because they failed to attend the scheduled hearing or inform the Tribunal that the matter had been resolved. This decision was made according to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Terminated for Repeated Anti-Social Behaviour and Breaches
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because of repeated anti-social behaviour and breaches of responsibilities, which affected the peace and comfort of nearby residents.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,565.49 to the landlord, including rent arrears, water rates, and filing fees, after a hearing where both parties attended.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears, compensate for damages caused by a pet, and cover cleaning costs after leaving the rental property. The landlord provided proof of the tenant's failure to maintain the property and incurred costs due to the tenant's actions.
Unit Owner Ordered to Pay Unpaid Levies and Costs
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated for Repeated Breaches and Damage
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because of repeated breaches and significant damage, even though the tenant had mental health issues.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee to Avoid Eviction
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee to the landlord. The tenant must make weekly payments for rent and a lump sum for the filing fee by a specific deadline. Failure to comply could lead to eviction and immediate payment of the remaining debt.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee Under Conditional Termination Order
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee under a conditional termination order. The tenant agreed to the debt and had a repayment plan in place.
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Possession Order Application
Fixed Term Tenancy Agreement Terminated by Mutual Consent
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,438.77 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Fees
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and compensate the landlord for damages and expenses incurred due to the tenant's failure to comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy. This includes cleaning carpets, returning keys, and replacing missing items.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation
Tenant Owes Rent Arrears After Tenancy Termination
Hearing Vacated Due to Improper Service of Application
The Tenancy Tribunal at Manukau cancelled a scheduled hearing because the landlord did not follow the correct procedures for serving the application. This decision highlights the importance of following the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 when serving notices.