Wa Rental Laws

Notice Periods

Tenant Ending Lease

Landlord Ending Lease

Repairs

Urgent Repairs (24 hours)

• Burst water service
• Blocked toilet (only toilet)
• Gas leak
• Dangerous electrical fault
• Flooding
• Storm damage
• Failure of essential services

Non-Urgent Repairs

• Request in writing
• Landlord has reasonable time (14-28 days)
• Can apply to Magistrates Court if not fixed

Inspections

Routine

• Maximum 4 per year
• 7-14 days written notice
• Between 8am and 6pm
• Tenant can be present

Entry

• Emergency only without notice
• Otherwise need consent or notice

Pets

• Landlord cannot unreasonably refuse
• Can impose conditions
• Pet bond up to 1 week rent
• Must repair any pet damage

Breaking a Lease

Compensation may include:

• Lost rent until re-let
• Advertising costs
• Re-letting fee
• Maximum: rent for remainder of term

Minimum Standards

All rentals must have:

• Functioning bathroom and toilet
• Hot and cold water
• Working stove/oven
• Adequate ventilation
• Secure locks on doors and windows

Water Charges

Tenant pays usage if:

• Property is water efficient
• Separately metered
• Not in strata with shared meter

Disputes

Magistrates Court WA handles:

• Bond disputes
• Repairs
• Compensation
• Termination

Application fee: ~$75-150

Key Contacts

Resources

• Consumer Protection WA: dmirs.wa.gov.au
• Tenancy WA: tenancywa.org.au