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Entry Report

NSW Entry Condition Report Requirements & Template

Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 2010, s29. Updated for 2025-2026.

Quick Answer

An NSW entry condition report documents the property's condition at the start of a tenancy. It is legally required under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010. The landlord must give the tenant the report before or at handover; the tenant must sign and return it within 7 days.

NSW Entry Condition Report Requirements

Form Name
Residential Tenancy Condition Report (Entry)
Who Completes
Property manager or landlord
Timing
Must be completed and given to the tenant before or at the start of tenancy
Tenant Deadline
Tenant must sign and return a copy within 7 days of taking possession
Photos Required
Not legally required, but strongly recommended
State Legislation
Residential Tenancies Act 2010, s29

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Key Requirements for the NSW Entry Report

Complete the report before handing over keys — not after

Document every room using the prescribed NSW Fair Trading form

Photograph all defects or areas of concern at the time of the inspection

Provide two copies to the tenant: one for them to keep, one to sign and return

Tenant has 7 days from taking possession to sign and return their copy

Retain the signed copy for the full tenancy and at least 2 years after it ends

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