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.
Claimant wins levy recovery case at Tenancy Tribunal
At the Tenancy Tribunal, the claimant successfully recovered unpaid levies, interest, costs, and the filing fee from the unit owner. The decision was based on the Unit Titles Act 2010 and the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,315.75 for Cleaning and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $1,315.75 to the landlord for cleaning and damages after the tenancy ended. The tenant failed to clean the premises and return keys as required by the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,777 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Tenant ordered to pay $2,550 in rent arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $2,550 in rent arrears immediately after the landlord proved the amount owing and confirmed no bond was lodged.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
Tenant's Bond Refund Claim Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant Wins Order for Professional Carpet Cleaning
Tenant Ordered to Perform Work or Pay Compensation
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must either fix certain issues with the rental property or pay the landlord a set amount of money. This decision was based on the tenant's failure to comply with their obligations under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages
Tenancy Tribunal Denies Rehearing Request Due to Lack of Substantial Wrong
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,496.20 From Bond for Cleaning and Repair Costs
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and compensate for damages beyond fair wear and tear. The tenant did not leave the premises clean and accepted responsibility for wall damage.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal at Porirua ended the tenancy of a tenant because the rent was over 21 days overdue. The landlord showed proof of the arrears, and the tenant didn't show up for the hearing.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenant ordered to pay $2,289.86 for rent arrears
Tribunal Declares Unlawful Premises and Dismisses Rent Claims
Tenant ordered to pay $4,847 in rent arrears to landlord
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $4,847 in unpaid rent to the landlord. Additionally, the landlord is required to return the bond of $1,800 to the tenant.
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated Due to Abandonment and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of a tenant because they abandoned the rental property and left unpaid rent. The landlord showed that the tenant had left the premises and owed back rent, leading to the termination of the tenancy.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because rent payments were over 21 days late. The landlord showed proof of the overdue rent, leading to the termination of the lease.