Entry condition report - general tenancies (Form 1a)
v19 Sep24
The Entry condition report – general tenancies (Form 1a) records the condition of the property (e.g. houses, units, houseboats) at the start of the tenancy.
The Entry condition report – general tenancies (Form 1a) records the condition of the property (e.g. houses, units, houseboats) at the start of the tenancy.
Changes to Queensland rental laws came into effect from 6 June 2024. Further changes to maximum bond amount, bond claims, compliance provisions and rent, bond and other payments commenced from 30 September 2024, as part of ongoing rental reforms. Learn more about the changes and what they mean for you.
Minimum housing standards came into effect for new tenancies (including renewed tenancy agreements) from 1 September 2023 and for all remaining tenancies from 1 September 2024.
The Entry condition report – general tenancies records the condition of the property at the start of the tenancy.
The form will be an important part of the bond refund process. It will help support the property manager/owner’s claim for compensation if the property has been damaged beyond normal fair wear and tear. It also protects a tenant from unsubstantiated claims.
Step 1
Property manager/owner completes and signs the form and gives a copy to the tenant at the start of the tenancy.
Step 2
The tenant must return the signed and completed entry condition report to the property manager/owner within 7 days.
Step 3
The property manager/owner must return a copy of the signed and completed report to the tenant within 14 days.
Photos
Photographs and video can support what is written on the form.
Extra pages should be added if there is not enough room on the form.