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House 'not fit for human occupation'


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A landlord ordered to fix a property described as "not fit for human occupation", instead removed windows and replaced them with cardboard and cling wrap - and then left the country.

The article from RNZ discusses a severe housing issue in New Zealand where a family of six, including four children, has been living in a house deemed "not fit for human occupation" by the Tenancy Tribunal. The house, located in Tikipunga, Whangārei, has been plagued with numerous problems such as a leaking roof, mould, and a rat infestation. Despite the tribunal's ruling and an order for the landlord to pay $5000 in exemplary damages, the family remains in the house due to a lack of alternative housing options. The situation highlights broader issues of housing quality and tenant rights in the country, with the family's advocate expressing frustration over the slow response from authorities and the ongoing health risks faced by the children.

Read the Full rnz Article at:
[ https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/558870/house-not-fit-for-human-occupation ]

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