When it comes to rental notice periods, the rules are changing, and if you own or rent a property in Maitland, it pays to stay in the know.
Important changes to NSW rental laws had come into effect on 19 May 2025. These changes would affect both landlords and tenants, specifically regarding how leases are terminated, notice periods, and required documentation. The updates aim to create a fairer and more transparent renting process. Landlords and tenants should familiarise themselves with these changes to ensure they understand their rights and responsibilities.
Here’s what you need to know (without needing a law degree to figure it out).
Longer Notice Periods are Coming
If you’re used to the standard 30-day heads-up when a lease is ending, this part is especially important.
From 19 May 2025, rental notice periods have changed for renters in fixed-term leases. Instead of 30 days, tenants must now be given:
- 60 days’ notice if their lease is six months or less
- 90 days’ notice if their lease is longer than six months
For renters on periodic leases, the 90-day notice period remains unchanged.
This gives renters more time to secure a new home and avoid the all-too-common rental rush. For landlords, it’s a good reason to plan further ahead when making decisions about re-letting or ending a tenancy. These longer notice periods will provide renters with much-needed additional time to find a new home.
Landlords: No More “No Grounds” Terminations
From May 2025, landlords will no longer be able to end a lease without providing a valid reason. The days of “no grounds” evictions are being phased out.
Valid reasons for ending a tenancy now include things like:
- Selling the property
- Major renovations or demolition
- Needing the property for a family member
- The tenant breaching the lease
To go with these reasons, landlords will also need to supply supporting documents (such as renovation plans or a sales contract), and provide an information statement outlining both the renter’s rights and the landlord’s responsibilities.
And here’s a big one: penalties will apply if landlords provide false or misleading information when issuing a termination notice. Yep, the days of fudging the paperwork are officially over.
Re-letting Restrictions: A Pause Before New Tenants Move In
If you’re ending a lease to sell, renovate, or move in yourself, don’t plan on rushing new tenants in the door right away. Re-letting restrictions will apply:
- 12-month ban if the home is no longer going to be a rental
- 6-month ban if ending the lease due to sale or personal move-in
- 4-week ban if vacated for renovations
This is designed to stop landlords from ending leases under false pretences just to swap tenants.
What Does This Mean For You?
These changes underscore the importance of having an experienced and dedicated team to support you, especially if you’re new to investing or tired of the uncertainties of property management.
At Rubix Realty, we take care of all the legal and regulatory details so you can focus on other things. From updating lease templates and advising on notice practices to educating tenants on their rights, we handle it all.
Managing your property can be overwhelming and complicated, but it shouldn’t be.
We’re here to simplify the process, and we always put your needs first.
You can count on us to be responsive and reliable. We’ll always return your calls and keep you informed.
Confused By the Latest Regulations?
We’re here for property owners across Maitland and the surrounding region who want less stress and more transparency from their property manager.Get in touch with us today so we can guide you on what to do amid these new regulations.
