Tenant's responsibilities when renting:

• pay the rent on time and in the way agreed (e.g. by direct credit on Friday each week)
• keep the premises clean and undamaged and leave it in the same condition it was in when they moved in, less wear and tear
• keep to the terms of the tenancy agreement
• respect neighbours’ right to peace and quiet
• not use the premises for illegal purposes

Lessor or manager's responsibilities when renting:

• provide and maintain the premises in a good state of repair
• provide reasonable security with locks in good working order and keys supplied for each lock
• respect the rights of the tenant to quiet enjoyment in the premises
• ensure the premises are vacant, clean and in good repair at the start of the tenancy (i.e. nobody else or their possessions should be there)
• reimburse the tenant for money spent on emergency repairs subject to certain conditions
• ensure residents in rooming accommodation have reasonable access to bathrooms and common areas and that these areas and any inclusions should be clean and in good working order
• pay all charges, levies, premiums, rates and taxes for the premises and cover the costs of preparing the tenancy agreement
• comply with the laws regarding health and safety of people using or entering the property
• lodge all bond monies with the RTA