If a rental property that doesn't meet minimum standards, the Victorian Government is urging renters to report it.
If a tenant has already signed a contract but haven't moved in yet, they can:
- end the agreement immediately, or
- move in and request urgent repairs.
If a home falls below the minimum standards during an agreement, a tenant can request that the landlord make urgent repairs.
Your landlord must also arrange regular gas and electrical safety checks and fix and pay for any broken smoke alarms.
The Victorian Government has set up a complaint form if the landlord or agent hasn't organised a timely repair.
iSPECT conduct Rental Minimum Standards Checks in Melbourne, Victoria on behalf of renters, landlords and agents.
To arrange an inspection or to learn more visit our website.