What was Tenancy Tribunal case 5373461 about?

The tribunal order states: The Tribunal orders suppression of the Tenant’s name and identifying details.

How much money was awarded in case 5373461?

Rubbish Removal: $410.53 awarded to landlord

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5373461?

The dispute type was not classified.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5373461?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/13039918-Tribunal_Order_Redacted.pdf.

What was Tenancy Tribunal case 5373461 about?

The tribunal order states: The Tribunal orders suppression of the Tenant’s name and identifying details.

How much money was awarded in case 5373461?

Rubbish Removal: $410.53 awarded to landlord

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5373461?

The dispute type was not classified.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5373461?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/13039918-Tribunal_Order_Redacted.pdf.

New Zealand Tenancy Tribunal Case 5373461 — Tenancy dispute

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Reasons

Claims and awards in Tenancy Tribunal application 5373461 — net $410.53 NZD. Amounts reconciled from the published order (claims sum and net total). Verify on MoJ.
Claim	Landlord	Reason
Rubbish removal	$410.53	Rubbish removal
Net award	$410.53
Total payable by Tenant to Landlord	$410.53

Both parties attended the hearing which was held by teleconference.

The landlord has applied for compensation for cleaning, repairs and rubbish removal following the end of the tenancy.

At the hearing, the landlord advised that, having reviewed the claim, it was now only pursuing compensation for rubbish removal.

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 landlord claimed $410.53 to remove all rubbish. The landlord relied on the property inspection reports completed at the commencement and conclusion of the tenancy, together with photographs and a damages statement.

The end-of-tenancy photographs show several items left behind at the premises, including a fishing rod, a cone, a table, and a couch.

The tenant disputed the claim. He said that he was required to leave the premises urgently and that he had asked whether he could leave these items behind. He said he was told that he could do so.

The property manager gave direct evidence on behalf of the landlord. While acknowledging that the tenant was in a hurry to vacate, the property manager said the tenant was told that the landlord would arrange for the removal of the items, but that the tenant would remain liable for the associated costs.

There are conflicting versions of what was said. However, there is no independent evidence to support the tenant’s account. On the evidence before me, I prefer the landlord’s evidence, which is consistent with the documentation and photographs produced. The amount ordered is proved. Rent credit

The landlord noted that a rent credit of $68.27 had been applied to the damages owing when the tenant moved out. On the evidence, I consider this reasonable. The landlord advised that the remaining balance of the claim has been waived. Suppression order

Under section 95 of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, the Tribunal may make an order prohibiting or restricting the publication of the name of a party where it is satisfied that it is desirable to do so, having regard to the interests of the parties and the public interest. In the circumstances of this case, I am satisfied that name suppression is appropriate. The claim relates to a modest and now largely resolved compensation issue, and the tenant has explained the financial hardship he is currently experiencing. Balancing these factors against the public interest in open justice, I consider it reasonable and proportionate to grant name suppression in respect of the tenant.

The landlord does not seek name suppression.

Reasons

Claims and awards in Tenancy Tribunal application 5373461 — net $410.53 NZD. Amounts reconciled from the published order (claims sum and net total). Verify on MoJ.
Claim	Landlord	Reason
Rubbish removal	$410.53	Rubbish removal
Net award	$410.53
Total payable by Tenant to Landlord	$410.53

Both parties attended the hearing which was held by teleconference.

The landlord has applied for compensation for cleaning, repairs and rubbish removal following the end of the tenancy.

At the hearing, the landlord advised that, having reviewed the claim, it was now only pursuing compensation for rubbish removal.

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

The end-of-tenancy photographs show several items left behind at the premises, including a fishing rod, a cone, a table, and a couch.

The tenant disputed the claim. He said that he was required to leave the premises urgently and that he had asked whether he could leave these items behind. He said he was told that he could do so.

The landlord does not seek name suppression.

Tenancy Tribunal case 5373461 — Tenancy dispute

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Tenancy Tribunal case 5373461 — Tenancy dispute

At a glance

Award balance

Claims & awards

Order

Reasons

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

Topics & place

Residential Tenancies Act sections

Key findings

Property management

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Claims & awards

Order

Reasons

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

Topics & place

Residential Tenancies Act sections

Key findings

Property management

Frequently asked questions