Tenancy Tribunal case law

Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages

In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and various cleaning and repair costs after the tenancy ended. The tribunal found that the tenant was responsible for these expenses based on evidence of non-compliance with end-of-tenancy obligations.

Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,160.41 in Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs

In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay the landlord $1,160.41 for unpaid rent and cleaning costs because the tenant did not leave the premises clean or remove rubbish as required by law.

Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Tenant’s Claim for Reduced Term and Compensation

In this case, a tenant requested to end their one-year fixed term rental agreement early due to financial difficulties caused by setting up a business at the property. The Tenancy Tribunal denied the request and ordered the tenant to pay outstanding rent and other charges.

Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages

A tenant was ordered by the Tenancy Tribunal to pay rent arrears and damages for leaving the rental unit in poor condition. The decision is based on photographic evidence showing excessive rubbish and overgrown grass, along with proof of unpaid rent.

Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Tenant’s Application Due to Lack of Evidence

In this case at the Tenancy Tribunal, the tenant claimed that the landlord had breached their obligations regarding a company and maintaining the property's condition. However, due to insufficient evidence provided by the tenant, including lack of independent witnesses or corroborating documents, the claim was dismissed.

Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Tenant’s Request for Rehearing

A tenant requested a rehearing from the Tenancy Tribunal after being ordered to compensate another tenant for damage caused by a UV lightbulb. The Tribunal dismissed this request because it found that the original decision was based on accepted evidence and there were no substantial wrongs or miscarriages of justice.

Tenant's Non-Payment Leads to Tenancy Termination

A landlord was able to terminate a tenancy agreement because the tenant did not pay their rent on time, despite being given notice. The Tribunal ordered the tenant to vacate and pay back rent arrears.

Claimant wins rent dispute: Tenant ordered to pay $7,856.15

In this case, the tenant did not attend the hearing, allowing the landlord to prove that rent was owed. As a result, the Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $7,856.15 for unpaid rent and a filing fee reimbursement, while also returning the bond.

Tenants Ordered to Pay $2,186.94 for Rent Arrears and Costs

In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ordered tenants to pay a total of $2,186.94 for rent arrears, water rates, rubbish removal fees, and key replacement costs after they did not comply with their tenancy obligations when leaving the property.

Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs

In this case, a tenant was ordered to pay over $5,158.02 to their landlord due to unpaid rent, poor condition of the property at move-out, and failure to remove rubbish. The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that tenants must comply with their legal obligations when ending a tenancy.

Tenant Ordered to Pay Damages for End-of-Tenancy Breach

In this Tenancy Tribunal case, the landlord successfully claimed damages from the tenant for failing to meet their responsibilities at the end of a tenancy agreement. The tenant was ordered to pay $1,861.47 in damages and must make weekly payments until fully paid.

Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee

Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation

Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears

In this case, a tenant's tenancy was ended by the Tenancy Tribunal because of significant unpaid rent. The tribunal ruled that the landlord could take back possession of the property and the tenant had to pay overdue rent and other charges.

Unit Owner Wins Right to Body Corporate Documents

The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a a person can obtain certain records from a person, such as invoices and contracts. However, the a person must first agree to cover the costs of producing these documents.

Tenants Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs

In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal ruled that tenants must pay rent arrears and compensate for cleaning and rubbish removal from their bond. The decision was made because the tenants did not comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy.

Tenant’s Late Rehearing Application Denied by Tenancy Tribunal

A tenant applied late for a rehearing at the Tenancy Tribunal but was denied because they did not attend the hearing or provide sufficient reasons for their delay. This case highlights the importance of adhering to strict timelines and attending hearings as required by law.

Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears

The Tenancy Tribunal terminated a tenant's lease due to unpaid rent and failure to attend the scheduled hearing. This decision highlights the importance of timely payment of rent and attending hearings as required by law.

Tenancy Tribunal Cannot Hear Claims Against Building Managers

In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal determined it does not have the authority to handle disputes between tenants and a person managers. Instead, such issues should be addressed in the Disputes Tribunal. This decision is based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, which specifies that only disputes involving landlords are within the jurisdiction of the Tenancy Tribunal.

Tenant's Bond Refund Dispute with Co-Tenant Not Within Tenancy Tribunal Jurisdiction

The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed an application by a tenant seeking recovery of part of a bond after it was refunded to another tenant. The Tribunal ruled that disputes between tenants over the division of a bond are not within its jurisdiction, as such matters do not fall under Section 4 and 77(1) of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.