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New laws about pets in rental properties

Published July 2020

From Monday 2 March 2020: 

Residential Tenancies timing update

If you have a residential tenancies application involving bond, compensation or pet issues, see below for when to expect a hearing. 

Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) is here

A free VCAT service that assists renters (tenants) and rental providers (landlords) to resolve disputes about bond, compensation, repairs, and excessive rent.

What happens if I miss my hearing?

What happens if you miss the hearing depends on if you’re the applicant or the respondent. 

As a rental provider (landlord) when do I have to send a notice to a renter (tenant)?

For some residential tenancy issues, you must send a notice (eg. notice to vacate) to the renter (tenant) before you can apply to VCAT.

Can I get a refund?

You can apply for a refund if you have:

Can I get compensation from my rental provider (landlord) or renter (tenant)?

If you have a rental property dispute in Victoria, you might be able to seek compensation from your landlord or tenant.

Can I bring my own technology to the hearing?

You can use your own electronic device at a hearing, for example a laptop, tablet, smartphone or USB.