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.
Tribunal Orders Partial Bond Refund in Tenancy Dispute
Tenant Ordered to Clean Premises or Face Termination
Tenant ordered to pay $670.57 in rent arrears
Tenancy Terminated for Substantial Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated Due to Arrears and Unsanitary Conditions
Tenant Wins Bond Lodgement and Penalty Charge Case at Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant ordered to pay $12,615 in rent arrears
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Exceeding 21 Days
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,293.98 for Water Rates and Cleaning Obligations
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,435.19 for Rent Arrears and Damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $4,435.19 for rent arrears and damages after determining that the tenant left the premises in an unreasonable condition, including significant rubbish and damage to doors and walls.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears After Early Vacating Premises
Tenant's Claim for Garden Shed and Raised Beds Dismissed
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a tenant's claim for compensation for a garden shed and raised garden beds left behind after vacating the property. The Tribunal ruled that the tenant did not obtain prior written consent from the landlord for the installation, making the items the property of the landlord under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant's Lease Terminated for Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
Tenant ordered to pay rent and arrears to avoid termination
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
Tenancy Terminated Due to Abandonment and Unpaid Rent
Tenant Evicted for Excessive Belongings Causing Fire Hazard
Conditional Termination Order Granted for Rent Arrears and Filing Fee
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order requiring the tenant to pay rent arrears and a filing fee. The order will lapse if fully complied with, otherwise the landlord will regain possession of the premises.