Summary of tenancy reforms for landlords and agents - July 2024

Evidence requirements for terminating a tenancy for possession of premises

Key requirements for terminating a tenancy agreement in SA that protect both the tenant and landlord.

Rights and responsibilities relating to renting with pets in South Australia.

Significant changes to rental laws from 1 July 2024 will better protect South Australia tenants.

Protections around the provision of certain information by tenants in South Australia, its disposal and inappropriate information requests.

You can ask your landlord/agent for permission to make minor alterations or safety modifications to your home as long as they don't significantly affect its structure. Read the specific in this fact sheet.

A landlord/agent can't pass on any statutory charges connected with a property such as sewerage, council rates, emergency services levy. Other services like water electricity and gas are explained in this fact sheet.

There are options for tenants who experience abuse or domestic violence by a person who may be living in the home or is a regular visitor.

Form 18 - Notice of termination by tenant where agreement frustrated. RTA s86B.

Form 17 - Notice of termination by tenant at end of fixed term tenancy. RTA s 86A.

Form 16 - Notice of termination by tenant for periodic tenancy (general form). RTA s8.

Form 15 - Notice of termination by tenant on grounds of domestic abuse. RTA s85D.

Form 14 - Notice of termination by tenant where certain circumstances apply. RTA s85B and s85C.

Form 13 - Notice of termination by tenant where residential premises for sale. RTA x85A.