NSW’s rental reforms are live and enforceable. From 19 May and 20 June changes rolled in, and from 1 July Fair Trading began collecting the reason a tenancy ends via Rental Bonds Online. Key points:
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Landlords must provide a valid reason to end a lease.
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“No-grounds” terminations have ended.
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Rent can only increase once every 12 months for all lease types.
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Pets are easier to approve; a landlord must respond within 21 days or consent is granted.
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Tenants must be able to pay rent by bank transfer without extra fees.
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Re-letting restriction periods now apply after certain terminations, with penalties for non-compliance. NSW Government
Practical tips
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Landlords and agents: update termination templates, attach the new information statement, and keep evidence for sale, renovation, or owner-move-in grounds. Set systems to ensure rent-increase spacing is at least 12 months. NSW Government
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Tenants: if you’re seeking a pet, use the written request process. If there’s no reply in 21 days, approval is automatic under the new rules. Keep records. NSW Government
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Everyone: Fair Trading has created a Rental Taskforce to enforce the changes. Non-genuine notices attract heavy penalties. NSW Government
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