For Rental Providers

Compliance, handled properly

Compliance is not a point of difference. It is the baseline. This page outlines what that baseline actually looks like in practice.

Our Approach

A Practical approach to compliance

Victorian rental law sets a clear standard. Our job is to make sure your property meets it, and that nothing is missed, delayed, or left to chance. Below is a plain-English breakdown of the three compliance areas that affect every rental provider.

What Is Required

Three Areas every rental provider must know

Area 01

Minimum Standards

Before a renter moves in, your property must meet the minimum standards defined by Consumer Affairs Victoria. Failure to meet these can lead to reduced rent orders, compensation claims, and difficulty re-leasing. View the full CAV requirements.

Basic Safety and Security: All external doors must have robust, working deadlocks or security devices, and any windows capable of being locked must have functional locks.

Functional Kitchen: A dedicated, usable food preparation area, a functioning oven and cooktop, and a sink with both hot and cold running water.

Hygiene and Sanitation: Access to a functional, private toilet and a functional bathroom with hot and cold running water.

Heating: A fixed heater (not portable) is required in the main living area, in good working order.

Structural Soundness: The property must be structurally sound and weatherproof, protecting the interior against rain and external elements.

How We Handle This We do not wait for a legal notice to prompt action. Our management strategy is built around anticipating and preventing compliance issues. During routine inspections and when maintenance is reported, we proactively note necessary upgrades, advise on required repairs, and ensure correct preparation and budgeting is made well in advance.

Area 02

Electrical, Gas and Smoke Alarm Safety Checks

These checks are mandatory and non-negotiable for all Victorian rental properties. Missing a deadline can instantly invalidate your insurance and lead to heavy penalties. We ensure every check is completed on time and documented by qualified Victorian professionals.

Smoke Alarms: Must be tested and serviced annually, including battery life checks and correct positioning. CFA smoke alarm guidelines.

Electrical Safety: Must be checked every two years by a licensed electrician, covering all fittings, wiring, and rental provider-supplied appliances. Victorian Building Authority reference.

Gas Safety: Must be checked every two years by a licensed gasfitter, covering all gas appliances and fittings including heaters, stoves, and hot water systems. Energy Safe Victoria reference.

Brand New Properties: The two-year compliance period starts from the date of installation for any new gas or electrical appliance. We keep meticulous records of all installation dates to schedule the first check precisely two years later.

Non-Compliance Obligation: If a safety check identifies a hazard, you are legally obliged to arrange repairs within specific timeframes, typically 14 days for general repairs or 7 days for an immediate hazard. We manage this process immediately to protect your liability.

How We Handle This We have partnered with one of Victoria's market leaders in compliance safety to ensure full adherence to all check requirements while securing the most cost-effective option for our clients.

Area 03

Mandatory Disclosure Statements

This statement ensures transparency and requires you to disclose any material facts about the property that may impact a prospective renter's decision to sign a lease. It must be provided before the residential rental agreement is signed.

Notice to Sell or Demolish: If the property is under a notice of intention to sell or is scheduled for demolition, this must be disclosed.

Asbestos or Flooding History: Any known history of asbestos or past flooding in the last five years must be declared.

Owners Corporation Rules: Specific details of any owners corporation (body corporate) rules the renter must comply with.

Legal Proceedings: Any current or known legal proceedings that could affect the renter's occupation of the property.

Shared Utilities: If any essential utilities are shared with another dwelling, such as a shared electricity or water meter.

How We Handle This We manage the legal preparation and professional delivery of this statement, ensuring all material facts required by law have been clearly identified before advertising and leasing the property.

Nothing Missed, nothing delayed

Compliance is expected of every property manager. What matters is how it is handled day-to-day. Our role is to ensure your investment remains protected, your obligations are met, and you are never caught off guard by something that should have been anticipated.

Official References