Allan government unveils reforms to enhance renter protections and reduce lease break costs
The Allan government has announced six reforms aimed at improving conditions for renters. Key changes include capping lease break fees and requiring landlords to provide evidence for bond claims. Tenants will also be protected from no-fault evictions at the end of leases.
Additional reforms will eliminate hidden charges for rent payments and background checks. The government plans to introduce these changes gradually over the next year, with further consultations on the cap for lease break fees.
The new measures aim to enhance tenant rights and security. The government has faced criticism for not doing enough to address the housing crisis, despite claiming to have implemented over 130 reforms for renters.