Tenancy & Housing
Tenancy & Housing judgments from New Zealand courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Tenant's Absence Results in Tenancy Termination Due to Rent Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Bills
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant owed back rent and had breached their obligations. The landlord showed that the rent was at least 21 days overdue and the tenant had not met their responsibilities as outlined in the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenant Ordered to Clean Up Property Within a Week
Tenant ordered to pay $7,444.51 for damages and arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $7,444.51 for rent arrears, damages to the premises, and compensation for replacing furnishings. The tenant did not leave the premises in a reasonable state of cleanliness and did not return all keys.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Tenant's Medical Condition
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Claim for Flooring Damage
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and vacate premises
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $601.29 in rent arrears and vacate the premises immediately. The landlord had proven the tenant's failure to pay rent and confirmed the tenancy had ended by mutual agreement.
Tenant's Name Suppressed - Landlord's Termination Claim Dismissed
Tenancy Terminated for Unpaid Rent Over 21 Days
Tenancy Terminated for Persistent Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Threats and Breaches
Tenant's Name Suppressed in Rent Arrears Case
Body Corporate Rule Limiting Unit Usage Struck Down by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant Wins Bond Release Despite Not Moving In
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant was entitled to the release of their bond, even though the tenant did not move into the property. The Tribunal decided that the tenant's name was on the bond form, making them eligible for the bond release.