During a tenancy

During a tenancy, the tenant has the right to enjoy the property as their own home.

The tenant and property manager/owner have responsibilities throughout the tenancy.

Knowing the rights and responsibilities of tenants and property managers/owners – and what to do in certain situations – can help make a tenancy run smoothly.

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Living in the property

During a tenancy, the tenant or resident should be aware of rules and guidelines which will help avoid problems.

Entry to the property
Fixtures and structural changes
Renting with pets
Inclusions
Routine inspections
Quiet enjoyment
Rules and change of site in a caravan park
House rules in rooming accommodation
Winter safety checks
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Maintenance and repairs

The property manager/owner or provider must keep the property in good condition. The tenant/resident is responsible for keeping it clean and free from damage.

Routine repairs
Emergency repairs
Minimum housing standards
Drains and gutters
Lawns, gardens and trees
Mould
Electrical safety
Light bulbs
Smoke alarms
Asbestos
Pool laws and maintenance
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Rent and other bills

A tenant/resident pays rent for the period of the tenancy agreement. The amount of rent and how it should be paid will be detailed in the tenancy agreement.

Non-payment of rent
Rent increases
Rent decreases
Water charging
Solar power
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Events that impact the agreement

The key to avoiding problems is good communication. At every opportunity people should discuss questions or concerns with each other.

Change of house mates or property manager/owner
Natural disasters
Drug contamination in a rental property
Property becomes unliveable
When a property is for sale
Domestic violence in a rental property
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Breach of the agreement

A Notice to remedy breach is a written document that informs someone that they have broken the General tenancy or Rooming accommodation agreement.

Tenant breaches the agreement
Property manager/owner breaches the agreement
Removing a tenant from rooming accommodation
Serious nuisance in a caravan park
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Extending a tenancy

Information on extending a periodic or fixed term tenancy agreement. Lease renewal.

Extending a tenancy