31 Questions
How much notice must be given before entering a rental property in Victoria, except in emergencies?
24 hours notice
Where can both parties seek assistance to mediate a dispute and make a legally binding decision in Victoria?
Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)
According to the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, Rental Providers are responsible for maintaining the property in a habitable condition. True or False?
True
What is the maximum amount of bond that can be requested from a Renter?
One month's rent
Under Australian Law, Rental Providers can discriminate against potential Renters based on their age, gender, race, religion, disability, or family status. True or False?
False
According to the new rental laws, rental providers can ask for a maximum of how many months' rent as a bond?
2 months
What types of tenancies do the changes apply to?
All types of tenancies
What are rental providers and estate agents banned from doing in terms of rental pricing?
Inviting rental bids or soliciting offers of rent higher than the advertised price
A park operator must give at least how many days' notice to local government before giving a notice to vacate to a park resident if the park is to be closed?
14 days
What is the responsibility of a park operator when it comes to repairs to the sites in a caravan park?
Park operator is responsible for both urgent and non-urgent repairs
What is the maximum number of days a person can occupy a caravan park for holidaying or non-residential purposes without being considered a caravan park resident?
60 days
What can a site tenant use their site for if they obtain the park operator's written consent?
Both residential and non-residential purposes
What must renters do if they cause damage to the property or common areas?
They must inform the rental provider
When must renters report damage or breakdown of facilities to the rental provider?
As soon as practicable after becoming aware
What must renters do if they receive an end of fixed term notice to vacate in response to reporting damage?
The notice is of no effect
What must renters do if they experience hardship in paying for the cost of repairs?
They may apply for an additional 14 days to pay
Which of the following is a valid reason for a rental provider to issue a notice to vacate in Victoria?
The rental property is being sold
In Victoria, can rental providers charge for separately metered water in rooming houses?
Yes, but only if the charge is reasonable
What can renters do if they believe they have been overcharged for utility services in Victoria?
Apply to VCAT
Can rental providers issue a 'no specified reason' notice to vacate in Victoria?
No, it is not allowed
Who can request VCAT to serve documents on a perpetrator of family or personal violence to commence proceedings at VCAT?
Both renters and parents or guardians
When can a renter challenge the validity of a notice to vacate at VCAT?
At any time before the VCAT hearing
Who can be held liable for outstanding unpaid rent, utility charges, and damage when terminating and/or creating a new rental agreement due to family or personal violence?
Both the victim and the perpetrator of family or personal violence
According to the Residential Tenancies Act, who is responsible for ensuring that a rental property meets the rental minimum standards?
The rental provider
If a rental property does not comply with the rental minimum standards, what options does the renter have?
Both A and B
Who is liable for the cost of supplying water, gas, or electricity to the rented premises if the rental provider fails to replace a water, gas, or electrical appliance with a replacement of equal or greater prescribed energy efficiency rating?
The rental provider
Under what circumstances can rent be paid into the Rent Special Account upon application by the renter?
If the rental provider fails to carry out urgent repairs
Under what circumstances can a rental provider charge more than one month's worth of rent for the bond or require a renter to pay rent more than one month in advance?
If the weekly rental amount is more than $900
In long-term rental agreements of more than five years, under what conditions can a rental provider request an additional bond?
If the renter has lived at the rental property continuously for at least five years
What is the requirement for rental providers regarding the method of rent payment?
Rental providers must offer at least one reasonably available fee-free method of payment
Under what conditions can a rental provider refuse permission for a renter to keep pets at a rental property?
If the rental provider applies to VCAT and it is deemed reasonable to refuse permission
Test your knowledge on rental laws in Victoria with this informative quiz. Learn about the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 and understand the rights and responsibilities of rental providers and renters. Avoid legal complications by ensuring compliance with this essential legislation.
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