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 Ordered to Pay $5,072.85 in Rent Arrears Despite Absence
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered a tenant to pay $5,072.85 in rent arrears to the end of tenancy on 28 January 2025. The tenant did not attend the hearing, having been properly notified according to the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenancy Terminated Due to Tenant's Medical Condition
Tenancy Terminated for Threats and Breaches
Body Corporate Rule Limiting Unit Usage Struck Down by Tenancy Tribunal
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy in Auckland Due to Persistent Rent Arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ended the tenancy of the tenant because rent was at least 21 days overdue when the landlord filed the application. The bond was given to the landlord to cover the rent arrears.
Application Returned Due to Ineffective Service
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over $6,428 in Rent Arrears in Auckland
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenancy because the tenant owed back rent and had breached their obligations. The landlord showed that the rent was at least 21 days overdue and the tenant had not met their responsibilities as outlined in the Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
Tenant Ordered to Pay Rent Arrears and Water Bills
Tenancy Tribunal Orders Rent Arrears Payment
Tenant Ordered to Clean Up Property Within a Week
Tenant's Harassment Claim Dismissed by Tenancy Tribunal
Tenancy Tribunal Rejects Landlord's Claim for Flooring Damage
Tenant ordered to pay $7,444.51 for damages and arrears
The Tenancy Tribunal ruled that the tenant must pay the landlord $7,444.51 for rent arrears, damages to the premises, and compensation for replacing furnishings. The tenant did not leave the premises in a reasonable state of cleanliness and did not return all keys.
Tenant's Absence Results in Tenancy Termination Due to Rent Arrears
Tribunal Terminates Tenancy in Auckland Due to Persistent Rent Arrears
Claimant Wins Fair Wear and Tear Case Against Landlord
In this case, the Tenancy Tribunal decided that the damage to the carpet was fair wear and tear, not the tenant's responsibility. The landlord argued that the tenant was responsible for damaging the carpets, but the Tribunal disagreed.
Tribunal Ends Tenancy Over $1,280 Rent Arrears in Auckland
Tenancy Terminated Due to Anti-Social Behaviour
Tenant Ordered to Pay $1,784.25 in Rent Arrears and Damages in Christchurch
Tenant Loses Tenancy Over Unpaid Rent and Non-Response
The Tenancy Tribunal ended a tenant's lease because they didn't pay their rent and ignored notices from the landlord. The tenant now owes the landlord over $900 in unpaid rent.