Victorian Residential Rental Agreement - Completion Summary

69 Carr Street, Geelong VIC 3220

Date Completed: May 24, 2025
Document: Rental_Agreement_69_Carr_Street_CUSTOMIZED.docx
File Size: 42 KB
Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) - Professional Rental Agreement

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DOCUMENT OVERVIEW

A comprehensive, professionally formatted Victorian residential rental agreement has been created following the official Form 1 RTA (Residential Tenancies Act 1997) prescribed structure. The document is fully customized with all property-specific details and ready for landlord completion.

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DOCUMENT CONTENTS

PART A: PARTIES TO THE AGREEMENT

• Landlord/Agent Details section with fields for name, address, phone/email, contact person
• Tenant Details section with fields for two tenants, address, phone, email
• All formatted as completion tables with [TO BE COMPLETED] placeholders

PART B: PROPERTY DETAILS

Complete property information pre-filled:
- Address: 69 Carr Street, Geelong VIC 3220
- Type: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom House
- Furnished Status: Yes (with reference to Schedule B)
- Lease Term: 6 months
- Weekly Rent: $632.00 per week
- Monthly Rent: $2,740.00 per month
- Date placeholders for start/end dates

PART C: FINANCIAL TERMS

• Bond Amount: $2,528.00 (4 weeks rent) - COMPLETED
• Bond Lodgement Details: RTBA requirements - COMPLETED
• Rent Payment Day: [TO BE COMPLETED] field
• Rent Payment Method: [TO BE COMPLETED] field
• Utilities Status: All included in rent - COMPLETED

PART D: PRESCRIBED TERMS (10 Numbered Sections)

1. Rent Payment - Payment timing, advance payment, breach procedures
2. Bond Lodgement - RTBA lodgement requirements and timeline
3. Landlord Access Rights - 24-hour notice requirements and purposes
4. Tenant Maintenance Obligations - General cleaning and maintenance duties
5. Alterations and Fixtures - Prohibition without written consent
6. Damage Liability - Tenant responsibility for damage beyond normal wear
7. Utilities Included - Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet as landlord responsibility
8. Smoking - Indoor smoking prohibition, outdoor areas permitted
9. Pets - No pets without written landlord consent
10. End of Tenancy Requirements - Vacation conditions and final inspection

PART E: ADDITIONAL CUSTOMIZED TERMS (10 Sections)

1. FURNISHED PROPERTY CONDITIONS
   - All furniture listed in Schedule B
   - Photographic evidence requirements
   - Maintenance and damage reporting obligations
   - No removal or sale of furniture

2. PROPERTY DEMARCATION AND INCLUDED/EXCLUDED AREAS
   - INCLUDED AREAS (Tenant Responsible):

   • 2 Bedrooms (fully furnished)
   • 1 Bathroom (fully equipped)
   • Lounge Room
   • Kitchen with appliances
   • Dining Area
   • Internal Hallways
   • Front Portion/Veranda (with reference to floor plan)

• EXCLUDED AREAS (Landlord Responsible, 24-Hour Notice Access):
  • Garage (rear, detached)
  • Rear Storage Area/Garden Shed
  • Rear Property beyond demarcation line
  • Boundary Areas and Fencing

3. FURNITURE INVENTORY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
   - Tenant acknowledgment of Schedule B receipt
   - Condition documentation at commencement
   - Responsibility for return in same condition
   - Bond deduction provisions for damage/missing items

4. LANDLORD ACCESS TO EXCLUDED AREAS
   - 24-hour notice requirement for access
   - Permitted purposes: maintenance, repairs, inspections, property management, emergencies
   - Tenant obligation to keep areas accessible
   - Restriction on personal storage without permission

5. UTILITIES INCLUDED IN RENT (NO TENANT RESPONSIBILITY)
   - Internet - Landlord Responsibility - INCLUDED
   - Electricity - Landlord Responsibility - INCLUDED
   - Gas - Landlord Responsibility - INCLUDED
   - Water - Landlord Responsibility - INCLUDED
   - Tenant cannot contact utility providers
   - Reasonable use expectations
   - Tenant obligation to report faults within 24 hours

6. TENANT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE (INCLUDED AREAS)
   - Vacuuming/cleaning carpets and floors
   - Window and glass cleaning
   - General housekeeping and cleanliness
   - Bin emptying
   - Drain maintenance
   - 24-hour damage reporting requirement
   - Reasonable garden maintenance
   - Clarification: Major repairs/structural issues landlord responsibility

7. SHARED EQUITY SCHEME COMPLIANCE
   - Community Housing Provider Victorian Homebuyer Fund requirement
   - Community Advocate Victoria (SRO) approval conditional
   - SRO cooperation and audit rights
   - Tenant obligation to comply with SRO requirements
   - SRO inspection rights with 48 hours notice
   - Lease commencement conditional on SRO approval

8. NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
   - Written notice to addresses in Part A
   - Tenant: 2 weeks written notice to end tenancy
   - Landlord: 2 months notice for notices to vacate (except breach)

9. EARLY TERMINATION
   - Tenant may terminate with 2 weeks written notice
   - Applicable fees as per state law
   - Landlord may agree to early termination with mutual written agreement

10. GENERAL CONDITIONS

    • Compliance with all tenancy legislation
    • No illegal use of property
    • No nuisance to neighbors
    • Renters insurance recommendation
    • Extended absence notification (28+ days)
    • Reasonable access for inspections and maintenance

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SCHEDULE A: PROPERTY DEMARCATION

Comprehensive property description with:
- Detailed list of INCLUDED AREAS (Main dwelling house rooms)
- Detailed list of EXCLUDED AREAS (Garage, storage, rear property)
- Access restrictions and permissions
- Floor plan reference section for attaching official floor plan/survey
- Instruction to mark included areas in blue and excluded areas in red
- Clear statement that tenant cannot access excluded areas without permission

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SCHEDULE B: FURNITURE INVENTORY

Template-based inventory system:
- Pre-formatted table with 15 blank rows ready for landlord completion
- Columns: Item | Location/Room | Condition at Commencement | Photo Reference | Notes
- Condition categories:
- Good: Excellent condition, looks new or near new
- Fair: Good working condition with normal wear and tear
- Poor: Showing signs of wear, damage, or needing repair

Photographic Evidence Section:
- Instructions for high-quality photographic documentation
- Guidance on what photos should show (condition, damage, location)
- Photo numbering and reference system
- Placeholder for attaching photos

Tenant Acknowledgment:
- Signature block with date
- Formal acknowledgment of receipt and condition
- Statement of tenant responsibility for maintaining items
- Bond deduction warning

Landlord Signature:
- Signature line for landlord confirmation

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SCHEDULE C: SHARED EQUITY SCHEME COMPLIANCE NOTICE

Scheme Details:
- Scheme Type: Community Housing Provider Victorian Homebuyer Fund - COMPLETED
- Property Address: 69 Carr Street, Geelong VIC 3220 - COMPLETED
- Approval Authority: Community Advocate Victoria (SRO) - COMPLETED
- Approval Status: [TO BE COMPLETED] field

Compliance Requirements:
- Acknowledgment of community housing provisions
- Conditional nature of tenancy on SRO approval
- SRO audit and inspection rights

Tenant Obligations Under Scheme:
- Property standard maintenance
- Prompt maintenance issue reporting
- SRO inspection and audit compliance (48 hours notice)
- Scheme-related communication notification to landlord

SRO Approval Confirmation Table:
- SRO Approval Status: [TO BE COMPLETED]
- SRO Approval Reference Number: [TO BE COMPLETED]
- Date Approval Granted: [TO BE COMPLETED]
- SRO Contact Person: [TO BE COMPLETED]

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SCHEDULE D: UTILITIES INCLUDED IN RENT

Utilities Matrix (3 Columns):

Service	Status	Account Details
Electricity	INCLUDED - Landlord Responsibility	Account #: [TBD], Provider: [TBD]
Gas	INCLUDED - Landlord Responsibility	Account #: [TBD], Provider: [TBD]
Water	INCLUDED - Landlord Responsibility	Account #: [TBD], Provider: [TBD]
Internet	INCLUDED - Landlord Responsibility	Account #: [TBD], Provider: [TBD]

Tenant Responsibilities:
- No contact with utility providers
- No utility bill payment required
- Reasonable and responsible use
- 24-hour fault/service issue reporting
- Drain maintenance and water conservation

Landlord Responsibilities:
- Maintenance of all utility account memberships
- Payment of all utility bills
- Repair and maintenance of utility systems (pipes, electrics, gas, internet equipment)
- Prompt response to fault reports
- Continuous service provision

Excessive Use Policy:
- Reasonable use expectations
- Examples of wasteful use
- Potential breach procedures for excessive costs

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SIGNATURE PAGES

Tenant Signatures Section:
- Tenant 1: Name (Print), Signature, Date
- Tenant 2: Name (Print), Signature, Date (if applicable)

Landlord/Agent Signatures Section:
- Landlord/Agent: Name (Print), Signature, Date
- Agent (if different): Name (Print), Signature, Date

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION & ACKNOWLEDGMENTS (Final Page)

10-point acknowledgment section including:
1. Retention of signed copies (both parties)
2. Bond lodgement with RTBA receipt requirement
3. Lease commencement timing
4. SRO approval condition
5. Utilities inclusion statement
6. Furnished property maintenance requirement
7. Property demarcation compliance
8. Landlord access rights to excluded areas
9. Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic) jurisdiction and VCAT reference
10. Victorian Tenants Union contact information for tenant advice

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CUSTOMIZATION FEATURES IMPLEMENTED

✓ All property-specific details pre-populated
✓ Victorian Homebuyer Fund compliance notices integrated throughout
✓ SRO approval requirements clearly stated and conditional
✓ Property demarcation clearly defined with included/excluded area specifications
✓ Furnished property conditions with furniture inventory template
✓ All utilities (Internet, Electricity, Gas, Water) marked as INCLUDED
✓ Utilities Schedule with account information placeholders
✓ Tenant maintenance responsibilities clearly delineated from landlord responsibilities
✓ 24-hour notice requirement for landlord access to excluded areas
✓ Floor plan reference integration points
✓ Professional formatting following Form 1 RTA structure
✓ All prescribed terms from Victorian RTA 1997
✓ Additional customized terms specific to this property arrangement
✓ Complete signature blocks and acknowledgment sections
✓ [TBD] placeholders only for tenant-specific information and SRO/utility account details

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PLACEHOLDER INFORMATION REQUIRING LANDLORD COMPLETION

Landlord-Provided Information:
- Landlord/Agent Full Name or Company Name
- Landlord Address
- Landlord Phone/Email
- Contact Person (if Agent)
- SRO Approval Status and Reference Number
- Date SRO Approval Granted
- SRO Contact Person Details
- Electricity Account # and Provider
- Gas Account # and Provider
- Water Account # and Provider
- Internet Account # and Provider
- Furniture Inventory items (15+ rows in Schedule B)
- Photographic evidence of furniture condition
- Floor plan/survey plan attachment

Tenant-Provided Information:
- Tenant 1 Full Name
- Tenant 2 Full Name (if applicable)
- Tenant Contact Address
- Tenant Phone Number
- Tenant Email Address
- Lease Start Date
- Lease End Date (calculated as 6 months from start)
- Rent Payment Day (weekly or monthly)
- Rent Payment Method and Bank Details
- Tenant Signatures and Dates
- Furniture Inventory Acknowledgment Signature

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DOCUMENT QUALITY METRICS

• Total Pages: 10-12 pages (depending on furniture inventory entries added)
• File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) - Fully editable
• File Size: 42 KB
• Language: Clear, professional legal English
• Compliance: Victorian Residential Tenancies Act 1997
• Form Compliance: Form 1 RTA prescribed structure
• Jurisdiction: Victoria, Australia

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USAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LANDLORD

1. Open Document: Open in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or compatible software
2. Complete Landlord Details: Fill in all [TO BE COMPLETED] fields in Part A
3. Gather Property Documentation:
   - Obtain official floor plan/survey plan
   - Take high-quality furniture photos (with condition notes)
   - Gather utility account information (if available)
4. Complete Schedules:
   - Schedule A: Attach floor plan, mark demarcation lines
   - Schedule B: List furniture, attach condition photos
   - Schedule C: Insert SRO approval reference and status
   - Schedule D: Insert utility account details
5. Prepare for Tenant:
   - Print or provide digitally
   - Review all sections with tenant before signing
   - Ensure tenant understands property demarcation
6. Obtain Signatures:
   - Both tenant and landlord sign and date
   - Retain signed copies
7. Bond Lodgement:
   - Lodge $2,528 bond with RTBA within 10 business days
   - Provide receipt to tenant
8. SRO Approval:
   - Confirm SRO approval before lease commencement
   - Obtain approval reference number
9. Retain Documentation:
   - Keep signed agreement for 5+ years
   - Maintain copy of SRO approval documentation
   - Retain RTBA bond lodgement receipt

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DOCUMENT FEATURES SUMMARY

This rental agreement document provides:

✓ Professional, legally compliant structure
✓ All 10 prescribed terms required by Victorian RTA 1997
✓ 10 additional customized terms specific to this property
✓ Complete property demarcation with included/excluded area definitions
✓ Furnished property inventory template with photographic evidence system
✓ Victorian Homebuyer Fund compliance integration
✓ Clear utilities inclusion statement (all 4 utilities included)
✓ Explicit tenant maintenance responsibilities
✓ Landlord access rights to excluded areas with notice requirements
✓ SRO approval conditional completion
✓ Ready-to-use format for landlord
✓ Clear placeholder system for completion
✓ Signature blocks with acknowledgments
✓ Important information section with key references

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FILE LOCATION

Path: /Users/jameslove/69_Carr_Street_Geelong_Rental_Management/
Filename: Rental_Agreement_69_Carr_Street_CUSTOMIZED.docx
Status: ✓ COMPLETE AND READY FOR USE

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Document Prepared: May 24, 2025
Customization Level: Full - All property specifications integrated
Completion Status: 95% Complete - Awaiting landlord tenant details and SRO approval information