Information statement: Renting a house or unit in Queensland

When a tenant wants to rent a place to live in Queensland, there are a series of steps that need to be followed.

Both the tenant and the lessor/agent have rights and responsibilities that are covered by the law.

This booklet is for tenants who live in houses, flats, units, townhouses and houseboats. It includes information the tenant will need while renting and explains their rights and responsibilities under the law.
 
The PDF version of this booklet has been modified for the purposes of the web. It does not contain any pictures other than those on the front cover.   

Download a copy of Renting a house or unit in Queensland - form 17a (PDF 844kB)

Ordering hard copies of the information statement

You can order hard copies of the Information statement: Renting a house or unit in Queensland (form 17a) by using the RTA forms order form.