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NSW House Condition Report — Free Template

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

Quick Answer

An NSW house condition report covers all interior rooms plus the full exterior: yard, garden, driveway, garage, gutters, fencing, and any outbuildings. It is required under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and must be given to the tenant before or at the start of the tenancy.

NSW House Condition Report Requirements

Form Name
Residential Tenancy Condition Report — House
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 House Report

Document all interior rooms: kitchen, living areas, all bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry

Inspect and record the full exterior: yard, garden beds, lawn, driveway, pathways

Check and document garage or carport — doors, internal walls, floor, electrical

Inspect gutters, downpipes, and roofline for visible damage or blockages

Record condition of fencing, gates, and boundary structures

Photograph all pre-existing damage including outdoor areas — essential for bond disputes at NCAT

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