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Landlord inspections: what to expect
They’re not as scary as you may think.
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Landlord inspections in New Zealand follow clear rules under the Tenancies Act. Landlords can inspect a maximum of once every four weeks and must provide at least 48 hours' notice—surprise visits are not permitted.
Your responsibility is to keep the property "reasonably clean and tidy," with the focus on preventing damage, not perfect cleanliness. While landlords can take photos for their records, they should avoid your personal items. Inspections are a great opportunity to raise any maintenance concerns.
Rental house inspections: what you need to know
1. How often can a landlord do inspections?
2. Can a landlord do an inspection without notice?
Your landlord can't do surprise inspections/
3. Can a landlord do an inspection without you being there?
4. How tidy does my rental need to be for an inspection?
5. Should I be worried about landlords taking photos during inspections?
6. Can landlords inspect your room?
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