Renting Guide
NZ tenancy agreements explained
Everything tenants & landlords need to know
26 April 2024
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A residential tenancy agreement is a legally required written contract for all NZ tenancies. It must detail rent, bond, and include signed Healthy Homes and insulation statements. Landlords can find templates on the Tenancy Services website.
Tenancies are typically fixed-term or periodic. While landlords can add conditions, they cannot contradict the Residential Tenancies Act. Tenants should review the agreement carefully before signing and contact Tenancy Services for advice or dispute resolution if needed.
Download a free NZ tenancy agreement form
What should a tenancy agreement include?
Make sure you understand your tenancy agreement before you move in.
Types of tenancies
Adding conditions to a tenancy agreement
Both landlords and tenants should have a good understanding of the tenancy agreement they sign.
Before the tenancy agreement is signed
Make sure you fill out an inspection report before you get the keys and move in.
If you have a problem with your tenancy agreement
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