Rental law reform
From 1 September 2023, rental properties must comply with Minimum Housing Standards when a new lease is entered into.
From 1 September 2024, all rental properties must comply with Minimum Housing Standards.
Working together for a better renting future
The Queensland Government is working towards a better renting future for Queenslanders. The Homes for Queenslanders plan outlines our commitments for further rental law reform to strengthen renters’ rights and stabilise rents.
The priority is to provide a strong, balanced approach that protects renters and rental property owners while improving stability in the rental market.
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Stage 1 reforms implemented
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Options Paper
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Develop proposed reforms
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Legislation in Parliament
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Legislation passed
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Stage 2 reforms implemented
On 21 March 2024, the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Planning and Minister for Public Works introduced the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 to Queensland Parliament.
The Bill proposes amendments to Queensland’s rental laws that respond to community concerns about the impact of current housing market conditions and cost-of-living pressures on Queensland's renting households.
The amendments have been informed by:
- consultation with Queenslanders in 2023 on the Stage 2 rental law reform options paper (PDF, 843.23 KB) and a discussion paper (PDF, 379.85 KB) about limiting the frequency of rent increases
- National Cabinet reforms under A Better Deal for Renters.
The Bill is not yet law and has been referred to the Housing, Big Build and Manufacturing Parliamentary Committee for detailed consideration and report by 10 May 2024. Read more about:
Read about the proposed reforms in the Bill.
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Better rent protections
Improving fairness and transparency in the rental application process and helping to stabilise rents
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Fairer fees and charges
Protecting renters from unreasonable fees and charges
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Modifications and personalisation
Supporting renters and property owners to agree on property changes to meet renters’ needs.
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Privacy protection
Balancing renters’ right to privacy with property owners’ right to information
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Improved bond process
Improving the rental bond process by ensuring bond payments and refunds are fair and transparent
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Rental sector code of conduct
Strengthening the rules and clarifying the expectations of all parties in the rental sector
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Other rental sector proposed improvements
Other improvements to rental laws to protect and support renters and property owners
How did we get here?
The Queensland Government has been working with the residential rental sector and the community to improve rental experiences in Queensland. Read about the activities we have undertaken to progress rental law reform.
Help and advice
- For help with your tenancy: contact the Residential Tenancies Authority on 1300 366 311, 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
- If you’re in housing stress: get housing advice and help.
- For more information, contact your nearest Housing Service Centre.