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Queensland's Rental Revolution: What Changed on May 1st
Bondinator Team· Content Team
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Queensland tenants gained powerful new protections on May 1, 2025, with sweeping reforms to rental applications and property access rules. These changes represent the most significant overhaul of Queensland's rental laws in decades.
The standout reform is the mandatory standardized rental application form. Property managers can no longer demand excessive personal information - no bank statements, no rental bond history, no details about past tribunal disputes. They're specifically banned from asking about legal actions you've taken, breach notices, or your credit history. This protects tenants from discrimination based on asserting their rights.
Entry notice requirements have doubled from 24 to 48 hours for most inspections, giving tenants more time to prepare. Property managers must also limit entry frequency, particularly at lease end - no more harassment through excessive inspections.
Personal information protection has teeth now. Unsuccessful applicants' data must be destroyed within three months, while former tenants' information must be deleted after seven years. Property managers face significant penalties for non-compliance.
The reforms also strengthen existing protections. Rent bidding remains illegal, with agents unable to solicit offers above advertised prices. Evidence requirements for bond claims ensure transparency - landlords must provide supporting documentation within 14 days of lodging a claim.
These changes level the playing field between tenants and property managers. At Bondinator, we've seen too many tenants lose bonds to unsubstantiated claims. Our app streamlines bond claim documentation and evidence collection, dramatically improving your chances of a full refund. Together with these new laws, we're creating a fairer rental system for all Queenslanders.