Useful links for landlords in the Australian Capital Territory

Cassidy KnowltonDecember 8, 2020

Residential tenancy legislation
Residential tenancies in ACT are governed by the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, and the ACT government has produced a useful guide for tenants and landlords.

Further information for residential landlords
The ACT government has produced a guide to renting.

Dispute resolution for residential tenancies
The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal handles disputes relating to residential tenancy.

Further resources
The Real Estate Institute of the Australian Capital Territory, Property Owners Association of Australian Capital Territory and National Tenancy Database are also resources available to landlords.

Commercial tenancy legislation
Commercial leases in ACT are subject to the Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act of 2001 and are regulated by the Office of Regulatory Services within the Department of Justice & Community Safety. The ACT government has produced a guide to retail tenancy.

Dispute resolution for commercial tenancies
Disputes regarding commercial tenancy in ACT should be taken to the ACT Magistrates Court.

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