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Victorian rental providers are obligated to adhere to all regulations. This compliance is important not only for upholding legal standards but also for safeguarding financial investments, mitigating significant penalties, and ensuring tenants reside in secure and comfortable environments.
But numerous landlords continue to commit significant errors that result in a financial drawback.
Compliance issues can creep up easily, especially without expert support. In this blog, we break down what you need to know about the minimum standards for rentals in Victoria, where many investors go wrong, and how to be in control of your obligations.
Since the introduction of the Residential Tenancies Regulations 2021, the compliance landscape for Victorian rental providers has changed dramatically. Non-compliance with these standards, whether you're leasing a single unit or managing a growing portfolio, can now result in rent being withheld, urgent repairs being ordered, or even tribunal action.
As the Victorian Government outlines: “Rental providers (landlords) must make sure a property meets minimum standards on or before the day a renter moves in.”
What Are the Minimum Standards?
There are 14 categories of minimum standards rental properties must meet in Victoria. These cover crucial elements such as:
These apply to agreements that started on or after 29 March 2021, or became periodic (month-to-month) after that date. If your property doesn’t meet these standards, it’s not legally lease-ready.
Here are a few compliance issues we frequently see:
Old switchboards without RCDs are a major non-compliance trigger. Many investors assume these are “good enough,” but they fall short of Victoria’s minimum safety standards. Upgrades typically cost between $1,100 and $1,500. But failing to do so can cost you far more in renter disputes or urgent repair orders.
Post-March 2023 rental agreements require an energy-efficient fixed heater. Portable heaters or outdated wall units no longer meet the standard, yet many properties are still listed with these features.
Many landlords forget to track safety checks or rely on outdated compliance records. Without clear documentation, proving compliance, or defending a dispute, becomes near impossible.
Partnering with a proactive property manager is one of the smartest decisions you can make. At BISE Property, we partner with investors to ensure compliance is straightforward, effortless, and economical, rather than just meeting requirements.
Through our Powerband compliance process, we ensure:
Powerband ensures your properties, from a single unit to an entire portfolio, remain protected and compliant. This safeguards you against potential fines and loss of rental income.
The minimum standards for rentals in Victoria are non-negotiable. While they might seem like just another set of regulations, they play a pivotal role in protecting both your investment and your relationship with your renters.
Don’t let a preventable mistake cost you thousands. If you're unsure where your property stands or need help dealing with your compliance responsibilities, we're here to help. Let’s make sure your investment is future-proofed.
Get in touch with BISE Property today to schedule a compliance review or speak to our team about the Powerband process.
