Lessors are allowed to pass on the full water consumption charges (including bulk water charges) to tenants provided all the minimum criteria has been met.

Under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (the Act), tenants and property owners/managers have responsibilities for residential premises, including the site and facilities

The property manager/owner is responsible for ensuring the property is fit to live in and in a good state of repair. If a tenant, or their guest, damages the property, they may have to pay for repairs .

A General tenancy agreement (Form 18a) is the agreement between a tenant and a lessor/agent which sets out the terms of the agreement.

The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (the Act) contains information on how the Act applies when a lessor/agent wants to enter the premises.

The RTA Investigations function supports fairness in the rental sector through ensuring that all parties to a tenancy comply with the Residential Tenancies and Rooming.