Buying guide
Boarding houses: Everything landlords & tenants need to know
Including boarding house tenancy agreements
AI summary
Boarding houses have unique rules for landlords and tenants. Defined as having at least six tenants renting rooms for 28+ days with shared facilities, they require a specific boarding house tenancy agreement.
This signed agreement must detail rent, house rules, and fire safety. All properties must meet Healthy Homes standards.
Key differences from standard tenancies include a four-week bond limit, 28-day notice for annual rent increases, and 24-hour notice for room inspections, though landlords can enter common areas anytime.
What is a boarding house?
Boarding house tenancy agreements
Boarding house laws
They must be Healthy Homes compliant
Boarding houses have similiar rules as normal residential tenances with a few key differences.
Boarding house landlords can charge bonds
Rent can be increased
Rules should be clearly communicated
Maintenance and inspection rules must be followed
Landlords can set rules for boarding houses as long as they don't contradict the Residential Tenancies Act.
Other boarding house rules
If there’s a dispute
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