6.3 Requirements 47 6.4 Applies to 47 APPENDIX 3: and Territory regulation of rental property standards and conditions under Residential Tenancies legislation 51 APPENDIX 4: Minimum standards in various jurisdictions (domestic and international) 55 APPENDIX 5: Maintenance and repair obligations in other tenure types 56 APPENDIX 6: Rights and remedies for breaches of the Act 57 APPENDIX 7: Remedies for a breach of other applicable legislation 59 The Review of the Residential Tenancies Act the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (the Act) was introduced, the rental market has changed. More Victorians are renting for longer, the renting population has become more diverse, and the numbers of property managers and landlords have increased. The government is reviewing Victoria’s rental laws to ensure a modern and dynamic rental market, in which tenants are safe and secure, and which will meet the current and future needs and expectations of tenants and landlords. This is one of a series of issues papers, which encompass a broad range of issues relating to the operation of the Act. The papers focus on the following themes: security of tenure rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants bonds, rent and other charges dispute resolution regulation of property conditions in rental properties, and alternate forms of tenure. Consultation with stakeholders and members of the public will capture a wide range of views and experiences that will enhance the government’s understanding of the Victorian rental market. in 2016, an Options Paper will outline proposals for both legislative and non-legislative reforms drawing on the findings of the Review and public consultation. You can access this issues along with further information about the Review, from the Fairer Safer Housing fairersaferhousing.vic.gov.au. website at Getting involved and having your say We invite your views and comments, as well as your responses to the series of preliminary questions posed throughout each issues paper as a guide for writing your submission. We also welcome your suggestions for questions or issues that should be considered leading up to the release of the Options Paper. Until 12 August 2016 you can make a submission:
6.3 Requirements 47 6.4 Applies to 47 APPENDIX 3: and Territory regulation of rental property standards and conditions under Residential Tenancies legislation 51 APPENDIX 4: Minimum standards in various jurisdictions (domestic and international) 55 APPENDIX 5: Maintenance and repair obligations in other tenure types 56 APPENDIX 6: Rights and remedies for breaches of the Act 57 APPENDIX 7: Remedies for a breach of other applicable legislation 59 The Review of the Residential Tenancies Act the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (the Act) was introduced, the rental market has changed. More Victorians are renting for longer, the renting population has become more diverse, and the numbers of property managers and landlords have increased. The government is reviewing Victoria’s rental laws to ensure a modern and dynamic rental market, in which tenants are safe and secure, and which will meet the current and future needs and expectations of tenants and landlords. This is one of a series of issues papers, which encompass a broad range of issues relating to the operation of the Act. The papers focus on the following themes: security of tenure rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants bonds, rent and other charges dispute resolution regulation of property conditions in rental properties, and alternate forms of tenure. Consultation with stakeholders and members of the public will capture a wide range of views and experiences that will enhance the government’s understanding of the Victorian rental market. in 2016, an Options Paper will outline proposals for both legislative and non-legislative reforms drawing on the findings of the Review and public consultation. You can access this issues along with further information about the Review, from the Fairer Safer Housing website at fairersaferhousing.vic.gov.au. Getting involved and having your say We invite your views and comments, as well as your responses to the series of preliminary questions posed throughout each issues paper as a guide for writing your submission. We also welcome your suggestions for questions or issues that should be considered leading up to the release of the Options Paper. Until 12 August 2016 you can make a submission: