{"id":227286,"date":"2024-07-31T18:07:01","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T05:07:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/?p=227286"},"modified":"2024-07-31T19:52:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T06:52:37","slug":"repairs-and-maintenance-disputes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/disputes-and-litigation\/repairs-and-maintenance-disputes\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Leasing Disputes: Repairs and Maintenance in NZ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Leasing disputes are a standard occurrence in the rental property market. A common source of conflict between landlords and tenants revolves around repairs and maintenance. Such disputes arise because of misunderstandings about responsibilities or different expectations and standards. This article will guide you through the common issue of repairs and maintenance in New Zealand and how you can resolve such conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Legal Responsibilities for Repairs and Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Property Law Act 2007<\/em> (the &#8216;Act;) is the main legislation overseeing New Zealand commercial and retail tenancies. This Act, in addition to individual commercial lease agreements, details the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants. This includes obligations relating to repairs and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Landlord&#8217;s Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under both the Act and most standard commercial lease agreements, <a href=\"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/commercial-contracts\/commercial-landlords-responsibilities\/\">landlords<\/a> are required to do each of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maintain the property:<\/strong> The landlord must ensure that the property is in a reasonable state of repair. They must also ensure compliance with all relevant building, health and safety standards. For example, they must maintain the property&#8217;s structure and ensure essential utilities such as plumbing, gas and electricity are accounted for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comply with health and safety standards:<\/strong> Landlords must ensure that the property meets all required health and safety standards. In a commercial lease setting, this includes fire safety and structural integrity standards as well as minimum accessibility requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promptly address repairs:<\/strong> Landlords are required to address any necessary repairs. 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Some of these responsibilities include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Report issues:<\/strong> Tenants must notify the landlord of any damage or need for repairs as soon as they notice the issue. Failure to do so can result in the tenant being held responsible for any extra damage caused by the delay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Care for the property:<\/strong> Tenants must keep the property reasonably clean and tidy. They must also take specific care not to damage the property either intentionally or by neglecting it. If any damage is caused by the tenant, including their guests or by their activities, they may be required to pay for the relevant repairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minor maintenance:<\/strong> Tenants are generally responsible for small maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs and ensuring the cleanliness of their leased area.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Disputes and How to Resolve Them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most frequent issues between tenants and landlords and how to resolve them are outlined below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A major source of conflict between tenants and landlords is disagreements over who is responsible for certain repairs. For example, a tenant might believe the landlord should fix a leaking roof. However, the landlord might consider it the tenant\u2019s responsibility due to the nature of their business operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/property-and-leasing\/essential-terms-lease-agreement-new-zealand\/\">lease agreement<\/a> specifying such responsibilities can help prevent these disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"box box--icon box--info\">\n    <p>Parties can refer to the Act and their lease agreement to help resolve such a dispute. If it is still unclear, they might need to talk to a legal professional to help interpret the lease terms. As an alternative, mediation services can also help landlords and tenants reach a mutual solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Delayed repairs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tenants can become frustrated when landlords do not respond to their repair requests in a quick manner. This is particularly frustrating when delays in making necessary repairs lead to further damage or even impact the tenant\u2019s business operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In these cases, tenants must document all repair requests in writing and keep records of any correspondence they have with their landlord. If the landlord fails to act within a reasonable timeframe, the tenant tries to get an order requiring the landlord to make the required repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This also goes the opposite way; if a tenant does not notify the landlord of an issue early enough and leads to further issues, the landlord may be able to pay the tenant for the repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quality of Repairs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another common issue is the quality of repairs. Tenants should communicate any concerns to the landlord and provide evidence of these repairs where necessary. If the issue remains unresolved, tenants may want to take legal action if the repairs significantly impact their business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health and Safety Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Disputes may also arise when tenants believe the property does not meet health and safety standards. For instance, issues with the structural integrity of the building may lead to conflicts. On the other hand, landlords may have issues with certain business operations&#8217; impact on their property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If required, tenants may request an inspection from the local council to assess if the property complies with the minimum health and safety standards. If the property is found to be non-compliant, the landlord must carry out the required improvements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"my-7 lg:my-10 border-y-2 border-gray-100 py-7 lg:py-10 flex flex-col sm:flex-row items-start gap-10\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"w-52 mx-auto my-0! rounded\" src=\"https:\/\/img.legalvision.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/19114154\/LegalVision-AU-Landlord-Leasing-Terms-Cheat-Sheet.png\" alt=\"Front page of publication\"\n                 loading=\"lazy\" width=\"208\" height=\"298\">\n                <section>\n            <div class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">Landlord Leasing Terms Cheat Sheet<\/div>\n            <div class=\"body-text\">\n                <p>This cheat sheet explains a number of key clauses and gives practical tips to help avoid disputes.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/img.legalvision.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/08\/LegalVision-NZ-Landlord-Leasing-Terms-Cheat-Sheet.pdf\" class=\" block px-5 py-3.5 max-w-fit bg-orange button__hover transition rounded text-white font-bold text-lg no-underline uppercase leading-tight text-center\" target=\"\" rel=\"\">Download Now<\/a>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventative Measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the best way to resolve issues between landlords and tenants is to avoid them in the first place. Some of the best ways to do this are outlined below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have Detailed Lease Agreements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A comprehensive and detailed lease agreement that clearly outlines the responsibilities of both parties regarding repairs and maintenance is critical. These agreements should specify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>what constitutes minor and major repairs;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>who is responsible for each type of repair; and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the process for communicating and resolving maintenance issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conduct Routine Inspections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Routine property inspections can help identify maintenance issues before they become even bigger issues. 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Both parties should be receptive to each other\u2019s concerns and work together to find solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A common source of conflict between landlords and tenants revolves around the issue of repairs and maintenance, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>who is responsible for repairs and maintenance;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>when repairs and maintenance must be resolved by;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the quality of repairs; and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether a property does not meet health and safety standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help resolving a repair or maintenance dispute with your tenants in NZ, our experienced<a href=\"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/dispute-lawyers-lp\/\"> disputes and litigation lawyers<\/a> can assist as part of our LegalVision membership. For a low monthly fee, you will have unlimited access to lawyers to answer your questions and draft and review your documents. Call us today on <a href=\"tel:+64800005570\" class=\"AVANSERnumber dynamic-number\">0800 005 570<\/a> or visit our<a href=\"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/membership\/\"> membership page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1722401865916\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the legal requirements for repairs and maintenance?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The <em>Property Law Act 2007<\/em> is the main legislation overseeing New Zealand commercial and retail tenancies. 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