Tenancy Tribunal case law
Judgments from the Tenancy Tribunal with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Conditional termination order granted for rent arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay $3,137 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $3,137.00 for damages and cleaning costs after the tenant left the premises in an untidy state and did not repair damage beyond fair wear and tear.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears and Breach of Obligations
Conditional Termination Order for Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal at Manukau ruled that the tenant must pay overdue rent and advance rent to avoid losing the rental unit. The order is conditional, meaning the landlord can take back possession if the tenant does not pay on time.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Cleaning and Moving In Delays
The Tenancy Tribunal awarded compensation to the tenant for cleaning and delays in moving into a property. The premises were not reasonably clean and the landlord failed to provide access on time, leading to the tenant's entitlement to compensation.
Tenant ordered to pay $1,104.14 for rent arrears and filing fee
Tenant ordered to pay $5,033.46 for rent arrears and damages
Tenant Held Liable for Significant Property Damage at Tenancy End
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant was responsible for significant damage to the rental property at the end of the tenancy. The damages included smashed windows, damaged furniture, and extensive cleaning costs. The Tribunal found that these damages exceeded normal wear and tear, making the tenant liable for the costs.
Tenant Receives Conditional Termination Order with Payment Plan
A tenant received a conditional termination order with a payment plan for rent arrears and a debt. The order will lapse if the tenant complies with the payment plan, otherwise the landlord will regain possession of the premises.
Tenant's Claims for Compensation and Damages Dismissed
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Premises Damage
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and compensation for damage to the premises. The tribunal found that the tenant was responsible for the costs.
Tenant Loses Tenancy After Moving Away From Rental Property
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Claim Due to Lack of Landlord-Tenant Relationship
Tenant Ordered to Pay $532 in Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,194.00 for Cleaning and Maintenance
Tenant Wins Bond Release from Landlord
Tribunal Orders Payment of Unpaid Levies and Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the respondent must pay the claimant $4,415.91 for unpaid levies, interest, and costs. This decision was based on the Unit Titles Act 2010 which requires unit owners to pay all levies and outgoings.