MINIMUM STANDARDS
Each property provided for rent must meet the following minimum standards :
Item Requirement
Rubbish and Recycling Bins
A rubbish bin and a recycling bin are to be supplied for use by the renter of the rented premises which are provided by local council or compatible with council collection .
Structural soundness of property
The property must be structurally sound and weatherproof , including the floors , ceilings , walls , supporting structures ( including foundations ), doors , stairs , balconies , balustrades and railings . The property must also comply with all statutory obligations in relation to health and safety .
Toilet Facilities
Toilet / s provided maintained appropriately and in good working order and connected to either reticulated sewerage or wastewater treatment system .
Ventilation
Each habitable room , bathroom , shower room , toilet and laundry must have ventilation that satisfies performance requirements under the Building Code of Australia .
Windows
All external windows in the rented premises that are capable of opening must be able to be set in a closed or open position , and must have a functioning latch to secure against external entry .
Window coverings
From 29 March 2022 , all windows in rooms likely to be used as a bedroom or living area , fitted with the appropriate window covering ( curtain or blind ), maintained appropriately and in good working order .