Do I need my landlord’s permission to sublet in NSW?
Sub-letting in NSW needs your landlord's written consent (s74). For partial sub-lets, landlords can't unreasonably refuse (s75) — NCAT can override.
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What’s the difference between a co-tenant, sub-tenant, and boarder in NSW?
Co-tenants share the lease. Sub-tenants rent from a head-tenant. Boarders get no RTA protection at all. Know your NSW category before it matters — s3, s8, s74.
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Can I change the locks on my NSW rental?
Change locks in your NSW rental only with landlord agreement or a reasonable excuse (s71). No consent needed under an AVO. Give new keys within 7 days (s72).
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NSW Move-In Checklist: The First 7 Days in Your New Rental
NSW move-in checklist: Day 1 condition report, Day 7 return deadline (s29), bond lodgement check (s162), plus every document to keep to protect your bond.
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NSW Move-Out Checklist: Get Your Full Bond Back
NSW move-out checklist: 30-day countdown, room-by-room clean list and bond claim steps — every obligation grounded in the Residential Tenancies Act 2010.
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Whose job is smoke alarm maintenance in a NSW rental?
NSW landlords must repair rental smoke alarms within 2 business days and replace them every 10 years. Tenants: report faults, follow the self-help rules.
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What is a NSW condition report and why does it matter?
A NSW condition report records your rental's move-in condition. Complete it within 7 days, take timestamped photos, and keep a copy — it's your bond evidence.
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How do I apply to NCAT for a tenancy dispute in NSW?
Apply to NCAT online or on paper for NSW tenancy disputes. Strict deadlines: 30 days for excessive rent, 3 months for most breaches. Evidence and orders.
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How do I request non-urgent repairs in NSW (with template)?
Put non-urgent repair requests in writing — s65C requires it before any Secretary investigation. What to include, how long to wait, and what to do next.
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Can I arrange urgent repairs myself and get reimbursed in NSW?
NSW tenants can arrange urgent repairs and claim up to $1,000 back. Landlord must reimburse within 14 days under s64 RTA 2010 — if 6 conditions are met.
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