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Avoiding legal troubles: 6 actions landlords must avoid
Being a good landlord means taking your responsibilities seriously.
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To avoid legal trouble, New Zealand landlords must understand their responsibilities under the law.
Key prohibited actions include violating the Privacy Act by requesting excessive personal data, discriminating against applicants under the Human Rights Act, and entering a property without 48 hours' notice. It is also illegal to lock tenants out, refuse to make essential repairs, or retaliate against tenants for asserting their rights. Landlords must follow correct legal procedures, using the Tenancy Tribunal for disputes.
1. Asking for excessive amount of information upfront
You need to treat all prospective tenants the same at all stages of the process.
2. Discriminating against applicants
3. Entering without notice
You can't simply turn up at the property unannounced, except in emergencies.
4. Locking someone out
5. Refusing to make repairs
6. Taking retaliation action
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