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State Tenancy Agreement

The State Tenancy Agreement is a legal contract between the department (also called the landlord/lessor) and you, the tenant.
The agreement describes the rights and obligations of you and the department.

Do I get a copy of the agreement?

Yes—you should have been given a copy of the agreement after you signed it.

The agreement has 2 parts:

  • Part 1—the schedule containing details of the home you are moving into.
  • Part 2—the general conditions which apply to all departmental properties.

Make sure you read it carefully so you know all your rights and responsibilities. Keep it somewhere safe in case you need to check something in the future.

What happens if I don’t keep to the terms of the agreement?

A breach of the agreement occurs if any part of the agreement is broken.

For example if:

  • you don't pay your rent
  • we enter your public housing property without giving you prior notice.

A breach of the agreement may lead to a dispute between you and the department. If it is not resolved, the department or you may take steps to end your tenancy.

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Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia (CC BY 3.0)
Last updated:
19 March 2013

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