Keeping up with NSW legislation updates is essential for property managers, particularly when changes affect the documents used throughout a tenancy.
From 21 September 2026, new rental law changes take effect in NSW, including stronger protections for victim-survivors of domestic violence.
As a result, several tenancy documents and requirements have been updated. Here’s what property managers need to know.
Rental Agreement Changes
Firstly, significant wording across the NSW Rental Agreement has been updated to align with the 21 September version.
Property managers should familiarise themselves with the revised agreement before preparing new tenancy documents.
New Bond Contribution Fields
The updated agreement now includes Bond Contribution fields for tenants during the signing process.
Each tenant can enter their individual bond contribution in their own section. However, completing this field is optional, so tenants can leave it blank if required.
This addition provides a clearer way to record individual tenant contributions during signing.
Changes to Photography Consent Clauses
Additionally, Clauses 84 and 85 – Consent to Publish Photographs of Residential Premises have been removed from the Default Additional Terms.
These clauses are no longer required there because photography consent is now addressed within the prescribed section of the agreement.
Importantly, NSW requirements around photography and privacy still apply. Property managers should continue to follow the prescribed requirements when taking or publishing photographs of residential premises.
New Ownership Input
Another change is the introduction of a new Ownership input.
When Yes is selected, the information will populate the Landlord Corporation section of the agreement.
Therefore, property managers should check the ownership details carefully when preparing the document.
Condition Report Updates
Condition Reports have also received minor updates.
Specifically, the prescribed text and instructions displayed on the PDF have been revised.
While these changes are relatively small, property managers should still review the latest wording before sending condition reports to tenants.
Tenant Information Statement
The Tenant Information Statement merge field used in Tenancy Agreement invitation emails has also been updated to point to the latest statement.
This helps ensure tenants receive the current information when their tenancy agreement is sent.
Therefore, teams should avoid relying on older manually added links or outdated versions of the statement.
Landlord Information Statement
Similarly, the Landlord Information Statement merge field has been updated for invitation emails relating to Exclusive Residential Property Management Agreements, also known as Management Authorities.
In addition, the Landlord Information Statement contained within the Management Authority itself has been updated.
Property managers should review these updates when preparing new management agreements.
Staying on Top of NSW Legislation Updates
With several document changes taking effect at once, it is important for property management teams to review their current processes.
Even small wording changes can affect agreements, reports, signing workflows and supporting documentation.
Keeping templates and documents current can also reduce the risk of teams accidentally using outdated versions.
For teams already using Inspection Express, the relevant forms and document workflows have been updated to reflect these changes, helping make the transition a little easier.
As further NSW legislation updates are introduced, staying familiar with the latest requirements will remain an important part of managing tenancies efficiently.
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