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.
Tenancy Tribunal Allows Fence Construction on Accessory Unit
The Tenancy Tribunal allowed a unit owner to build a fence on their accessory unit, provided it complies with legal requirements and does not interfere with the Body Corporate's ongoing works such as stairs and drainage projects.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,657.85 for Rent Arrears
Termination of Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears
Tenant's Tenancy Terminated for Abandonment and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenant's lease because the tenant left the rental property without paying rent and did not intend to return. This decision was made according to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Compensation for Damages
Claimant wins levy recovery case at Tenancy Tribunal
Termination of Tenancy Due to Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant had not paid rent for over 21 days. The tenant's name and identifying details were kept secret to protect their privacy.
Tenant Agrees to Pay $8,887.00 for Rent Arrears
Tribunal Grants Premises Possession to Deceased Tenant's Administrator
The Tenancy Tribunal granted possession of the premises to the administrator of the deceased tenant. The occupier claimed a right of occupation through a potential testamentary promise claim but failed to provide a filed claim, leading the Tribunal to grant possession to the administrator.
Tenant Wins Damages Against Landlord for Failing to Appoint Agent
The Tenancy Tribunal awarded $800 in exemplary damages to the tenant for the landlord's failure to appoint an agent while residing abroad for over 21 days, as required under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears After Failing to Attend Hearing
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,035.00 for rent arrears and return the bond after the tenant failed to attend the hearing. The tenant received proper notice of the hearing.
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears When Tenant Failed to Attend Hearing
Tribunal Awards Landlord $1,490 for Rent Arrears and Window Repairs
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
Tenant Awarded Compensation for Fixed Water Charges
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Return Bond
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears: What Tenants Need to Know
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant did not pay rent and did not show up for the hearing. The landlord was awarded damages for the unpaid rent.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,667 in Rent Arrears and Filing Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay $4,667 to the landlord, which includes rent arrears and the landlord's filing fee. This decision was based on the landlord providing rent records that proved the amount owed.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant owed back rent. The tenant was told to pay the landlord a specific amount of money. The Tribunal said that according to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, a tenancy must be ended if rent is more than 21 days overdue.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and compensate for damages
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears and compensate for damages beyond fair wear and tear, such as carpet cleaning, repairs, and cleaning costs. The tenant was found to have left the premises in an untidy condition.