Residential Tenancies Authority

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We are a state government statutory body that helps make renting work for everyone. We provide tenancy information and support, bond management, dispute resolution, compliance and enforcement, and education services.

New legislation to amend Queensland tenancy laws came into effect from 6 June 2024.

You can tell us anonymously if you suspect rent bidding has occurred.

Tell us if an advertised rental property does not meet minimum housing standards.

Join the RTA at one of our free information sessions across Queensland.

Minimum housing standards and updated RTA resources and forms

Minimum housing standards came into effect for all remaining tenancies from 1 September 2024 and we’ve updated some of our forms and factsheets.

Changes to QCAT bond disputes

Following rental law changes on 6 June 2024, the RTA was able to process 230 dismissed bonds, returning $181,000 in refund payments to Queenslanders.

New form to report rentals not advertised or offered at a fixed price

If you see an advertisement for a rental property or room which doesn’t include a fixed price, you can now report it anonymously online.

Announced: commencement dates for Queensland rental laws

The Queensland Government has announced start dates for new rental laws commencing on proclamation. Here’s what you need to know about the changes.

Contact us

Phone number (within Australia) 1300 366 311

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The Residential Tenancies Authority respectfully acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this Country. We recognise their continuing connection with the lands and seas on which we meet, live, learn and work. We pay our respects to all Traditional Owners and to their Elders past, present and emerging.