The tenant should contact the property manager/owner or the nominated repairer (listed on the tenancy agreement) about the problem. Non-payment of rent is a breach of the agreement. The tenant should never stop paying rent to ensure repairs are made.The tenant will also have the option to apply to the Tribunal for a repair order.If the problem cannot be resolved the RTA’s dispute resolution service may be able to help.Rooming accommodation tenants use Notice to remedy breach (Form R11) giving the property manager/owner 5 days to fix the problem. If routine repairs are not organised within a reasonable time, the tenant can issue the property manager/owner with a Notice to remedy breach (Form 11) giving them 7 days to fix the problem.If the problem has not been fixed, the tenant should try to resolve the issue by talking to the property manager/owner.Property manager/owner does not carry out routine repairs The tenant should not carry out repairs without written permission.availability of tradespeople) and the type of repairs needed. Timeframes for repairs vary depending on the circumstances (e.g.It is best to inform the property manager/owner of required repairs in writing.There are no rules about emergency repairs in rooming accommodation (apart from entry rules) and the tenant must not arrange emergency repairs. The property manager/owner must carry out repairs within a reasonable time and comply with the entry rules. The property manager/owner generally carries out any repairs or organises someone to do so. If a tenant, or their guest, damages the property, they may have to pay for repairs.Įxample: if a tenant breaks a window by throwing a ball through it, they are responsible and have to pay for repairs.Įxample: if a window falls out of the frame, and breaks, due to ageing putty that may be fair wear and tear and the property manager/owner may have to pay. The tenant must notify them of any repairs needed. The property manager/owner is responsible for ensuring the property is fit to live in and in a good state of repair.
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