What can I expect at a routine inspection?

The routine inspection is undertaken by the Property Manager to review that the Tenant is keeping the property in good condition and according to the General Tenancy Agreement and Entry Condition Report.  Attention to detail will be focused on repair, maintenance and health and safety issues. 

When is a routine inspection undertaken?

A routine inspection is undertaken within the first 6 weeks of the tenancy, and then every 15-18 weeks.  The Property Manager will send the Tenant a Form 9 Entry Notice, providing a minimum of 7 days notice of when the inspection will be undertaken. 

What is inspected?

As part of the maintenance inspection inside and outside the rental property, the Property Manager/Owners may also:

• check for any water leaks, evidence of pests, damage or deterioration to the property
• ensure any inclusions and property fixtures are working
• look at any future maintenance items that may need to be addressed.

What can I do to prepare for a routine inspection?

The Tenant will need to have a good cleaning and maintenance regime in place to ensure that the property is being maintained to the standard detailed in the Entry Condition Report. 

Things for the Tenant to consider include:

• cleaning and tidying the property
• routine cleaning (e.g. dusting, sweeping/vacuuming and cleaning kitchen and bathroom surfaces)
• cleaning window tracks, door tracks, and screens
• cleaning air-conditioner filters, ceiling fans and light fittings
• removing any mould from surfaces
• repairing any damage
• lawn mowing and gardening including removal of garden waste (e.g. palm fronds and lawn clippings)
• tidying up outside areas (e.g. decks, patios).

It is important that Tenant advise the Property Manager of any repair or maintenance issues as soon as they occur.    

What is a significant breach?

If a significant breach is found during the tenancy, the Property Manager/Owner will issue the Tenant a breach notice to rectify the issue within a specified timeframe. 

A significant breach by a Tenant involves any of the following:

• using the property for an illegal purpose
• exceeding the number of occupants allowed to live at the property 
• keeping a pet at the property without the property owner/manager’s permission 
• a matter caused by the tenant that will cost more than the equivalent of one weeks rent to fix.

Further Information –

RTA Information Routine Inspection

RTA Entry Notice Form 9

RTA Information Breach of Agreement

Form 11 Notice to Remedy Breach