Normal use and ageing may affect the condition of a rental property over time. At the end of a tenancy the tenant must return the property to the same condition it was in at the start of the tenancy. Fair wear and tear should be considered when assessing the condition of the property.

• thoroughly complete the Entry condition report (Form 1a) or Entry condition report  (Form 1b) for moveable dwellings/sites, or Condition report (Form R1) for rooming accommodation at the start of the tenancy
• note any damage or deterioration of the property
• thoroughly complete the Exit condition report (Form 14a) or Exit condition report (Form 14b) for moveable dwellings/sites at the end of the tenancy. There is no Exit condition report for rooming accommodation.
• take photos to support the report

The entry and exit condition reports will be compared at the end of the tenancy to determine the condition of the property.