Rental Minimum Standards

Rental Minimum Standards Check Residential Tenancies Act 2018

Rental Minimum Standards Inspection in Melbourne

From 29 March 2021, Victorian rental laws require that all rental properties meet minimum safety, privacy, and amenity standards for new agreements.

Inspection Information

Pro-Active Building Inspections adheres to 14 key standards including:

1. Door locks

2. Ventilation

3. Vermin-proof bins

4. Toilets

5. Bathroom facilities

6. Kitchen facilities

7. Laundry facilities

8. Structural soundness

9. Mould and dampness

10. Electrical safety

11. Window coverings

12. Windows

13. Lighting

14. Heating (introduced over three years)

Important Notes

Electrical safety testing should be carried out by a licensed electrician.

Gas safety testing must be undertaken by a qualified gas fitter or plumber.

Process

Pro-Active Building Inspections engages agents, landlords, tenants, and property managers in gaining access to the premises. They charge on a transparent scale without hidden extra costs in traveling. They ensure the report reaches clients either in the online version in PDF format or hardcopy within 24 hours. It provides for a secure and comfortable home with Victorian rental laws compliance.

Other Services Offered

Handover Inspections

Ensure your home is ready for handover with a Pro-Active Pre-Completion Stage Inspection (PCI) Inspection. This crucial inspection ensures all work is completed to standard before finalizing your new home in Melbourne.

Construction Stage Inspections

Our building inspectors conduct thorough stage inspections of slab pre-pour, framing, lock-up/pre-plaster, fixing, and pre-handover to ensure compliance with AS4349.1-2007.

Building & Pest Inspections

Expert Building & termite inspections to protect your property from potential damage and infestations.

Contact Us

Pro-Active Building Inspections is here to provide comprehensive building evaluation services to ensure peace of mind for all property transactions.