What was the outcome of Tenancy Tribunal case 5246079?

The tribunal order states: Taufa Taehia and Hainite Taehia must pay Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent

How much money was awarded in case 5246079?

Individual award amounts are in the official MoJ PDF. Claim amounts appear on this page when claims and net totals reconcile.

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5246079?

The primary dispute was Rent arrears. Related themes: Property damage, Cleanliness.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5246079?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/12017160-Tenancy_Tribunal_Order.pdf.

What was the outcome of Tenancy Tribunal case 5246079?

The tribunal order states: Taufa Taehia and Hainite Taehia must pay Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent

How much money was awarded in case 5246079?

Individual award amounts are in the official MoJ PDF. Claim amounts appear on this page when claims and net totals reconcile.

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5246079?

The primary dispute was Rent arrears. Related themes: Property damage, Cleanliness.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5246079?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/12017160-Tenancy_Tribunal_Order.pdf.

19 Fraser Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland 2025 Tenancy Tribunal Case 5246079 — Rent arrears

Order

Taufa Taehia and Hainite Taehia must pay Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent For MK Construction NZ Ltd $1,856.57 immediately, calculated as shown in table below.

Reasons

Both parties attended the hearing, conducted via video/tele conference.
The landlord has applied for rent arrears, compensation, refund of the bond, and reimbursement of the filing fee following the end of the tenancy.
The bond had been earlier released by the tenants and applied against some costs. A full accounting of all costs (less the bond) took place at this hearing after further evidence was provided by the landlord.

How much is owed for rent and water rates?

The tenancy ended on 1 April 2025. The landlord provided rent records and water rates invoices which prove the amounts owing at the end of the tenancy are as ordered. A final water read was completed by the landlord. No fixed- costs were charged.

Did the tenant comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy?

At the end of the tenancy the tenant must leave the premises reasonably clean and tidy, remove all rubbish, return all keys and security devices, and leave all chattels provided for their benefit. See section 40(1)(e)(ii)-(v) Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
The tenant did leave much of the premises reasonably clean and tidy but the landlord provided evidence of further cleaning being required to return the premises to a reasonable condition. An invoice for $368.00 established the cost and that appears reasonable and is awarded.
A skip bin was ordered at a cost of $402.50. The photos do not support the need for a large skip as claimed but the landlord claimed it was required for carpet as removed (prior to new carpet) and dumped, green waste and some other smaller items. While I accept the parties more than likely came to some agreement regarding how carpet costs might be shared, I consider the tenant contribution to the skip costs should be more reasonably awarded at 50% of the cost incurred. That share, plus the $460.00 labour costs for carpet replacement appear, on balance, a fair costs sharing – given the condition of the carpet at the end of the tenancy and the cleaning efforts of the landlord that were not sought.
A cockroach infestation required professional control at a cost of $287.50. The tenant accepted this cost.
The amounts ordered are proved.

Is the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises?

A landlord must prove that damage to the premises occurred during the tenancy and is more than fair wear and tear. If this is established, to avoid liability, the tenant must prove they did not carelessly or intentionally cause or permit the damage. Tenants are liable for the actions of people at the premises with their permission. See sections 40(2)(a), 41 and 49B RTA.
The following damage was caused during the tenancy: a. Two windows were broken and replaced by the landlord at a cost of $345.00. The tenants accepted this cost. b. Some minor holes in a wall needed repair. That cost of $258.75 as invoiced. Photos evidenced the damage and the tenants accepted the cost.
The damage is more than fair wear and tear, and the tenant has not disproved liability for the damage.
The amounts ordered are proved. Filing fee
Because Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent For MK Construction NZ Ltd has substantially succeeded with the claim I have reimbursed the filing fee. Payment of the debt
The tenants have been making additional payments to the landlord since the tenancy ended. Both parties are keen to establish a mutually agreeable time payment arrangement but that requires some further discussion between the parties.

Order

Taufa Taehia and Hainite Taehia must pay Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent For MK Construction NZ Ltd $1,856.57 immediately, calculated as shown in table below.

Reasons

Both parties attended the hearing, conducted via video/tele conference.
The landlord has applied for rent arrears, compensation, refund of the bond, and reimbursement of the filing fee following the end of the tenancy.
The bond had been earlier released by the tenants and applied against some costs. A full accounting of all costs (less the bond) took place at this hearing after further evidence was provided by the landlord.

How much is owed for rent and water rates?

The tenancy ended on 1 April 2025. The landlord provided rent records and water rates invoices which prove the amounts owing at the end of the tenancy are as ordered. A final water read was completed by the landlord. No fixed- costs were charged.

Did the tenant comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy?

At the end of the tenancy the tenant must leave the premises reasonably clean and tidy, remove all rubbish, return all keys and security devices, and leave all chattels provided for their benefit. See section 40(1)(e)(ii)-(v) Residential Tenancies Act 1986.
The tenant did leave much of the premises reasonably clean and tidy but the landlord provided evidence of further cleaning being required to return the premises to a reasonable condition. An invoice for $368.00 established the cost and that appears reasonable and is awarded.
A skip bin was ordered at a cost of $402.50. The photos do not support the need for a large skip as claimed but the landlord claimed it was required for carpet as removed (prior to new carpet) and dumped, green waste and some other smaller items. While I accept the parties more than likely came to some agreement regarding how carpet costs might be shared, I consider the tenant contribution to the skip costs should be more reasonably awarded at 50% of the cost incurred. That share, plus the $460.00 labour costs for carpet replacement appear, on balance, a fair costs sharing – given the condition of the carpet at the end of the tenancy and the cleaning efforts of the landlord that were not sought.
A cockroach infestation required professional control at a cost of $287.50. The tenant accepted this cost.
The amounts ordered are proved.

Is the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises?

A landlord must prove that damage to the premises occurred during the tenancy and is more than fair wear and tear. If this is established, to avoid liability, the tenant must prove they did not carelessly or intentionally cause or permit the damage. Tenants are liable for the actions of people at the premises with their permission. See sections 40(2)(a), 41 and 49B RTA.
The following damage was caused during the tenancy: a. Two windows were broken and replaced by the landlord at a cost of $345.00. The tenants accepted this cost. b. Some minor holes in a wall needed repair. That cost of $258.75 as invoiced. Photos evidenced the damage and the tenants accepted the cost.
The damage is more than fair wear and tear, and the tenant has not disproved liability for the damage.
The amounts ordered are proved. Filing fee
Because Max Rentals NZ Limited As Agent For MK Construction NZ Ltd has substantially succeeded with the claim I have reimbursed the filing fee. Payment of the debt
The tenants have been making additional payments to the landlord since the tenancy ended. Both parties are keen to establish a mutually agreeable time payment arrangement but that requires some further discussion between the parties.

Tenancy Tribunal case 5246079 — Rent arrears at 19 Fraser Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland 2025

Tenancy Tribunal case 5246079 — Rent arrears at 19 Fraser Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland 2025

Order

Reasons

How much is owed for rent and water rates?

Did the tenant comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy?

Is the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises?

Property management

Order

Reasons

How much is owed for rent and water rates?

Did the tenant comply with their obligations at the end of the tenancy?

Is the tenant responsible for the damage to the premises?

Property management