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 Awarded Compensation for Ant Infestation Issues
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy for Unpaid Rent Arrears Over 21 Days
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant didn't pay their rent on time. The landlord got $3,455.57, including rent arrears and filing fees.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,742.68 for Cleaning and Repairs
Tenant Wins Compensation for Insulation Failure and Power Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the landlord must compensate the tenants for insulation failure and reimburse them for power costs related to the landlord's equipment. The landlord was also ordered to install a power meter for the sump pump.
Tenant ordered to pay $589.61 for rent arrears and glass replacement costs in Auckland
Tenant Ordered to Pay $7,850.40 for Damages and Arrears
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, a tenant was ordered to pay $7,850.40 to the landlord for various damages and unpaid rent. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act, highlighting the responsibilities of tenants.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,338.50 for Damages and Cleaning
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $1,338.50 for damages and additional cleaning costs after the tenancy ended. The Tribunal found that the tenant was responsible for damages exceeding fair wear and tear and for additional cleaning costs since the premises were not left reasonably clean and tidy.
Tenant Found Liable for Rent Arrears and Cleaning Costs
The Tenancy Tribunal decided that the tenant must pay rent arrears and cleaning costs but dismissed the claim for rubbish removal because the landlord did not provide enough notice.
Tribunal Awards $1,237 for Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay their landlord $1,237.00 for unpaid rent and a bond. The landlord had to show proof of the debt and make reasonable attempts to inform the tenant, such as sending emails and texts.
Tenant ordered to pay rent arrears and bond release to landlord
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay $5,370.35 to the landlord, including rent arrears and bond release. The landlord's claims for cleaning and rubbish removal were dismissed because there was no evidence to support these claims.
Tenant granted conditional termination order to avoid eviction in Christchurch
The Tenancy Tribunal granted a conditional termination order for a tenant owing rent arrears and a filing fee, requiring weekly payments until the debt is settled.
Tenant's Failure to Pay Rent Leads to Termination of Tenancy
Tenant Ordered to Pay $6,243.15 for Damages and Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must pay the landlord $6,243.15 for damages to the rental property and unpaid rent. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, which states that tenants are responsible for damages beyond normal wear and tear.
Tenant ordered to pay $4,654.63 for rent arrears and damages in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay rent arrears, water rates, and damages to the landlord. The decision was based on the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, which requires tenants to pay for rent arrears, water rates, and damages.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $2,014.51 for Rent Arrears and Repairs in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay rent arrears, cleaning fees, and a call-out fee for urgent electrical assessment due to damages left at the end of the tenancy. The landlord provided proof of the damages and the costs incurred.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,838.72 for Cleaning and Rubbish Removal
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that a tenant must leave the rental property clean and free of rubbish at the end of the tenancy. In this case, the tenant was ordered to pay the landlord $1,838.72 for cleaning and rubbish removal costs.
Tenant Wins Full Bond Recovery in Cleanliness Dispute
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, the tenant successfully recovered the full bond as the premises were deemed to be left in a reasonably clean and tidy condition, despite the landlord's claim for cleaning costs.
Tenancy Terminated for Assault and Anti-Social Behavior
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because the tenant assaulted another tenant and behaved in an anti-social manner, such as spitting on visitors and threatening others. The Tribunal decided that the tenant was the aggressor and that it was likely the tenant would continue to behave inappropriately.
Tenant Ordered to Pay $6,092.00 for Rent Arrears and Filing Fees
In a recent Tenancy Tribunal case, the tenant was ordered to pay $6,092.00 to the landlord for rent arrears, water rates, and filing fees. The tenant failed to comply with the rental agreement and fell into arrears.