From 1 May 2025, a property manager/owner must use a standardised tenancy application form as outlined under Queensland tenancy laws.

Significant rental law reforms were introduced by the Housing Legislation Amendment Act 2021 and Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024.

The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (RTRAOLA Act) was passed by Parliament on 23 May 2024 and received royal assent on 6 June 2024.

Property managers/owners have responsibilities for personal information collected and stored during the application process and throughout the management of the tenancy agreement.

Tenants must seek the property manager/owner’s approval to attach fixtures or make structural changes to the premises.

The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (RTRAOLA Act) was passed by Parliament on 23 May 2024 and received royal assent on 6 June 2024.

The RTA is continuing to work with Queensland’s rental sector to ensure everyone has access to timely, accurate and impartial information, resources and education about changes to residential tenancy laws.