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NT Entry Condition Report Requirements & Template

Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 1999. Updated for 2025.

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An NT entry condition report documents property condition at tenancy start. Under the Residential Tenancies Act 1999 (NT), both entry and exit reports are required. The NT has no standard prescribed form — landlords must create their own comprehensive report.

NT Entry Condition Report Requirements

Form Name
Condition Report (Entry) — No Standard Form
Who Completes
Property manager or landlord
Timing
Must be completed before or at the start of tenancy
Tenant Deadline
Completed at start of tenancy; tenant signs and notes any disagreements
Photos Required
Not legally required, but strongly recommended
State Legislation
Residential Tenancies Act 1999

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Key Requirements for the NT Entry Report

No standard prescribed form in the NT — landlords must create their own report

Complete before or at the start of the tenancy

Give a copy to the tenant and have them sign the report

Cover every room, fixture, outdoor area, and all tenancy inclusions

Photograph pre-existing damage — essential given the absence of a standard form

A comprehensive digital template (like ConditionHQ) fills the gap left by the lack of a standard NT form

Frequently Asked Questions — NT Entry Report

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