There are a few more changes coming into effect shortly – one of these being a new application process for leasing, with all agents required to use the form provided by the Residential Tenancies Authority.
As part of the new application process for all QLD renters, no more than 2 documents can be requested in each of the following categories:
- Verifying the identity of the prospective tenant/resident
- Confirming the prospective tenant/residents’ financial ability to pay rent
- The suitability of the prospective tenant/resident for the residential tenancy
Renters will have more control over how their personal information is managed, including by:
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Allowing renters to provide their identity documents for sighting
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providing that rental property owners and managers must not keep copies unless the renter consents.
Rental property owners and managers will be allowed to collect or access personal information about renters (including photographs of personal belongings) only to:
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Assess their suitability for the property during the rental application process
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Manage the property once a tenancy has commenced.
Rental property owners and managers will be required to securely store and destroy the information in a secure way within:
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3 months for unsuccessful rental applicants, unless the applicant agrees to a longer period
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7 years after the end of a tenancy agreement
If you have any questions, please reach out to our friendly team using the form below.
