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Legally Mandatory

Free VIC Condition Report Template (2026)

Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, s35. Updated for 2025 reforms. Use online or download as PDF.

VIC Condition Report Requirements

Legislation
Residential Tenancies Act 1997, s35
Form Name
Condition Report
When Required
Start and end of tenancy
Bond Condition
Only required if bond is paid
Tenant Return Timeframe
5 business days from move-in date
Photos Required
Not legally required, but strongly recommended
Standard Form
Yes — prescribed form available

Recent Reform

Major reforms from November 2025: properties must meet minimum standards before advertising. Annual safety compliance checks. No-grounds evictions eliminated.

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What to Include in a VIC Condition Report

A comprehensive room-by-room checklist. For each item, record the condition and take photos.

Kitchen

Benchtop
Cupboards & Drawers
Sink & Taps
Oven & Cooktop
Rangehood
Splashback
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Living Room

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Shelving

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Master Bedroom

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Wardrobe

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Bedroom 2

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Wardrobe

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Bathroom

Basin & Taps
Shower / Bath
Toilet
Mirror
Tiles
Exhaust Fan
Towel Rails
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Laundry

Tub & Taps
Cupboards
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Power Points

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Hallway / Entrance

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Front Door
Locks & Keys
Doorbell / Intercom

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Exterior / Yard

Front Yard
Back Yard
Fencing
Driveway
Garage / Carport
Letterbox
Clothesline
Gutters
External Walls

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

General

Smoke Alarms
Keys Provided
Remotes Provided
Electricity Meter Reading
Gas Meter Reading
Water Meter Reading

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

5 Common Mistakes in VIC Condition Reports

1

Not using the prescribed Consumer Affairs Victoria template form

2

Failing to provide the report within the required timeframe

3

Not documenting the condition of window coverings and blind cords (new Dec 2025 requirements)

4

Missing documentation of minimum rental standards compliance

5

Not recording the condition of locks and keys provided

Frequently Asked Questions — VIC

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VIC Condition Reports by Property Type

The areas you need to document differ by property type. Use the guide that matches the rental.

VIC House Report

Interior rooms plus yard, garage, gutters, and fencing.

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VIC Apartment Report

Internal rooms and balcony — common areas excluded.

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VIC Townhouse Report

Internal rooms, courtyard, garage, and shared walls.

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