Landlords
Renting out your property in Western Australia
If you are renting out a residential property in Western Australia or thinking of doing so soon, the information here will help you avoid many potential problems
The information here should be read in conjunction with our publication Renting Out Your Property - An Owner's Guide [PDF 1.14mb], which is available free from the Department. Ring our Call Centre on 1300 30 40 54 to get a print copy.
The relevant laws in WA are the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 (the Act) and the Residential Tenancies Regulations 1989. You can buy copies of the Act and Regulations from the State Law Publisher, 10 William Street, Perth (Tel: 9321 7688).
At the time you read this guide, you may wish to check with us whether any changes have been introduced.
- Managing your own property
- Maintenance and repairs
- Using a property manager
- When things go wrong
- Abandoned premises and goods
- All about notices
- Going to court
- A final checklist
- Landlords pack - publications and forms
- Common terms