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.
Tenant wins $1,400 compensation for breaches of Healthy Homes Standards in Christchurch
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Unpaid Rent and Failed Repayment Plan
Tenant ordered to pay $600.86 in rent arrears
Tenants Ordered to Pay $8,250.49 for Cleanup and Damage Costs
Tenancy Terminated for Rent Arrears Exceeding Six Weeks
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Damages Due to Mould and Smoke Damage
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenants to pay rent arrears, damages, and a rent difference to the landlord due to mould and smoke damage. The Tribunal found that the damage exceeded fair wear and tear and was caused by the tenants' use of burners and candles.
Tenant ordered to pay $2,344.26 for rent arrears and damages in Wellington
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay $2,344.26 to the landlord, covering rent arrears and damages to the property. The Tribunal determined that the tenant was responsible for the damage, which went beyond normal wear and tear.
Tenant Fined for Leaving Premises Untidy and Missing Keys
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy and Orders Payment of Arrears and Fees
The Tenancy Tribunal terminated the tenancy of the tenant and ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and fees. The landlord attended the hearing but the tenant did not. The Tribunal concluded that the tenant had received notice of the hearing and claim.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,507.00 for Premises Damage
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, a tenant was ordered to pay $1,507.00 to the landlord for damages and bond repayment. The Tribunal found the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises, which included stains and broken fixtures.
Tribunal Reduces Fixed-Tenancy Term Due to Severe Hardship
The Tenancy Tribunal reduced the fixed-term tenancy of the tenant due to severe hardship caused by noise levels and faulty appliances. The tenant was ordered to pay rent arrears.
Claimant wins damages for breach of tenancy agreement
Tenancy Tribunal Adjourns Hearing Over Financial and Management Disputes
The Tenancy Tribunal at Masterton adjourned a hearing involving two unit owners over financial and management disputes. The Tribunal suggested the parties resolve their issues directly and review the Unit Titles Act 2010.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $375.57 Including Rent Arrears and Meth Testing Fee Due to Contamination
Tenant ordered to pay $995.57 for rent arrears and return bond in Auckland
Tenant Fails to Pay Rent, Tenancy Terminated in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay $5,789.29 Under Specific Conditions in Porirua Tenancy Case
Tenants Ordered to Pay $475 for Repairs - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenant Ordered to Pay $369.40 for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
Tenant ordered to pay $2,477 in rent arrears to landlord in Tenancy Tribunal ruling
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $2,477.00, which includes rent arrears and the landlord's filing fee, after the tenant did not show up for the hearing.