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.
Employer Hostel Not Covered By Residential Tenancies Act
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed an application involving accommodation provided by an employer for its employees. The Tribunal found that such accommodations are excluded from the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 under section 5(g).
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears Within Two Working Days to Avoid Termination
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Landlord's Termination for Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the landlord's application for terminating the tenancy due to rent arrears. The Tribunal found that the rent was in credit and there were no actual arrears.
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $1,090.81 from Bond in Pukekohe
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and other costs from the bond. The landlord provided proof of these amounts owing at the end of the tenancy.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $4,800 for Rent and Water Arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay £7,688.40 and Evict by April 16th - Tenancy Tribunal Decision
Tenancy Terminated Due to Rent Arrears Over 7 Weeks
Tribunal terminates tenancy for $7,060 in rent arrears in Auckland
Tenant's claims for compensation and exemplary damages dismissed
Tenant Ordered to Pay for Repairs and Cleaning After Fire Damage
Tenant's Lease Terminated Over Threats and Pet Compliance Issues
Tenant Ordered to Pay Cleaning Costs After Tenancy Ends
Improper Service Results in Dismissal of Landlord's Claim
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed the landlord's application because the landlord did not follow proper procedures for serving the tenant with notice of the hearing. The landlord attempted to serve the tenant through an email address not listed in the tenancy agreement, which is not compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.