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's Notice to End Tenancy Upheld by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenant Ordered to Pay £2,504 in Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $2,504.00 in rent arrears to the landlord. The landlord had previously filed a claim in October 2024, and provided proof of unpaid rent through records.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,293.72 for Damages and Cleaning Costs
Tenant ordered to pay $1,981.29 in rent arrears and filing fees in Auckland
Landlord's Application Dismissed Due to Ineffective Service
Bond Released Partially for Rubbish Removal Claim
Tenant's Claim for Unlawful Notice Dismissed
The Tenancy Tribunal dismissed a tenant's claim for unlawful termination notice and exemplary damages. The tenant argued that the landlord's notice was given without valid grounds, but the Tribunal found the landlord's explanation plausible and dismissed the claim.
Tenant's Application Upheld After Mediation
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal dismissed one application because the landlord didn't show up for the hearing. However, they upheld a mediated order because both the landlord and tenant had previously agreed to it during a mediation session.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Cleaning Fees After Early Departure
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay rent arrears and cleaning fees after leaving a property early. The landlord is required to return the bond to the tenant.
Tenant ordered to pay $5,355.11 for rent arrears and damages in Christchurch
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,564.22 for Damages and Cleaning Costs in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $1,564.22 for cleaning, repairs, and other costs after the tenant left the premises unreasonably dirty and caused damage beyond fair wear and tear.
Tenant ordered to pay $5,734.29 for rent arrears and damages
Tenancy Tribunal Dismisses Landlord's Cleaning and Minor Damage Claims
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled against the landlord's claims for cleaning and minor wall damage. The tenants were found not responsible for these issues as the landlord did not provide enough evidence to prove the claims.
Tenant ordered to pay £1,862.86 for rent arrears and service charges in Auckland
Tribunal Awards Partial Rent Arrears and Compensation in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears and compensate the landlord for replacing locks, but dismissed the claim for extra damages. The tenant left items in a storage locker, preventing vacant possession, but the Tribunal acknowledged an agreement with the landlord for removal after the tenancy end date.
Co-Tenants Ordered to Pay Joint Liability for Rent Arrears
Tribunal Orders Tenant to Pay $817.52 for Rent Arrears and Damages in Manukau
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $817.52 for rent arrears and damages beyond fair wear and tear. The tenant was found responsible for leaving the premises unclean and for causing damage to the property.
Tenant ordered to pay $7,764.71 for damages and arrears
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,159.25 for Damages and Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay the landlord $2,159.25 for damages to the premises and unpaid rent. The Tribunal ruled that the tenant was responsible for damages beyond fair wear and tear.