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    Concerned renter
    Flatchatter

      I have some questions in regards to my obligations as a tenant.

      I have lived in my unit for over 6 years without any issues – paid
      rent & its increases on time and provided access to the different
      Agents every six months or so from the 3 different agencies over this period.  Kept the unit tidy and all.  At present, I do not have a lease.

      The Agent inspected the property about a month ago and today I
      received a letter stating that the owners would like to inspect the
      property.  I'm curious as to what brought this up given the recent
      review of the property.  

      Am I obligated to provide access so soon after the inspection has been done?  

      Can I request a copy of the property report?  

      How often do I have to provide access?

      Also, when I do move, what are my obligations to provide access for
      the open houses?  

      How many times (during a week) and what times during the day?  

      The agreement seems very vague on this subject.  It seems
      like the Agent can require access every day and at any odd hour.

      Any advise is greatly appreciated!

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      Concerned renter
      Flatchatter
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        Called the Tenants NSW advise line which was very helpful.

         

        Entry without consent – permitted frequencies and notice periods

        Purpose Maximum frequency Minimum notice
        To inspect the premises 4 times in any 12-month period 7 days written notice each time
        To carry out or assess the need for: 
        – repairs/maintenance (non-urgent)
        – work to meet statutory health/safety obligations
        (none – as required) 2 days each time
        To value the property 1 time in any 12-month period 7 days each time
        To show the premises to prospective tenants A ‘reasonable’ number of times in the 14 days before the tenancy agreement ends ‘Reasonable’ notice each time
        To show the premises to prospective buyers 2 times in any period of a week – Before first showing: 14 days written notice of intention to sell, then
        – before each showing: as agreed, otherwise 48 hours each time
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