The tenant told the tribunal the landlord failed to investigate and repair multiple defects she raised within a reasonable time. The landlord replaced the floorboards in September 2023, but the tenant said the kitchen was still draughty, as the lino had not been replaced. The tenant was told by a chimney sweep that it needed to be replaced and then informed the landlord. The landlord told the tribunal that because the property was set to be demolished, it impacted their repair and maintenance decisions. They were ordered to pay the tenant $4972, which included a $100 compensation for a power rebate.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 25, 2026 03:31 UTC