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Residential Tenancies and Rooming Act 2008
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
The Residential Tenancies Act 1994 will be replaced by the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Act 2008 as of 1st July 2009. The following is a brief guide to some of the changes in the new legislation that affect residential property management in Queensland. This is a review of the key changes and amendments only.
Section 57 Premises must be offered, promoted and advertised for rent at a fixed amount. Using the word negotiable as part of the price eg “$290 pw neg” is not acceptable.
Section 58 Lessor/lessor’s agent must give documents to prospective tenant. Prior to completing an application, a prospective tenant is to be presented with a copy of the agreement including standard terms and special terms.
Section 65 Entry condition report. Only one signed copy of the entry condition report is to be given to the tenant on or before the day of occupation. (currently 2 signed copies are given).
Section 91 Rent increases. Rent cannot be increased in a 6 month period. If a special term is written into an agreement allowing for a rent increase (after 6 months), 2 months notice must be provided to the tenants in writing
Section 192 Grounds for entry. New grounds for entry of a premises by lessor or agent include: if repairs or maintenance have been made or carried out, within 14 days after the completion of the repairs or maintenance, to inspect the repairs or maintenance; and if the lessor or agent has given the tenant a notice to remedy a breach of the agreement that is a significant breach– within 14 days after the end of the allowed remedy period, to inspect to ascertain whether the tenant has remedied the breach.
- Julie Collins
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