6 Month Tenancy Agreement Template for New Zealand

This 6 Month Tenancy Agreement template is designed for use in New Zealand residential property rentals, providing a legally compliant framework under the Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and associated regulations. The agreement is suitable for both private landlords and professional property managers who need to establish a fixed-term tenancy relationship. It includes all mandatory provisions required by New Zealand law, including Healthy Homes Standards compliance, bond arrangements, and maintenance obligations. The document is particularly useful for situations requiring a defined shorter-term rental period, such as temporary relocations, housing between property sales, or when parties wish to establish a trial period before considering a longer-term arrangement. The agreement incorporates recent legislative changes and provides comprehensive protection for both landlords and tenants while ensuring clarity in their respective rights and obligations.

1. Parties: Identifies the landlord/property manager and tenant(s) with their full legal names and contact details

2. Background: Brief context explaining this is a fixed-term tenancy agreement for residential purposes

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Property Details: Specific details of the rental property including address and any excluded areas

5. Term of Tenancy: Specifies the 6-month fixed term period with start and end dates

6. Rent and Bond: Details of rent amount, payment frequency, method of payment, and bond requirements

7. Utilities and Outgoings: Responsibilities for payment of utilities, internet, and other services

8. Tenant Obligations: Core responsibilities of the tenant including maintenance, reporting damages, and conduct

9. Landlord Obligations: Core responsibilities of the landlord including maintenance, repairs, and compliance with Healthy Homes Standards

10. Property Maintenance: Specific requirements for property care, including garden maintenance and cleaning

11. Access and Inspections: Terms for landlord access to the property and routine inspections

12. Insurance: Details of landlord's insurance and tenant's obligations regarding insurance

13. Default and Termination: Circumstances and processes for ending the tenancy and consequences of breach

14. Disputes: Process for resolving disputes between parties

15. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including entire agreement, governing law, and amendments

16. Execution: Signing section for all parties with date and witness provisions