VIC Exit Condition Report Requirements & Template
Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, s35. Updated for 2025.
Quick Answer
A Victorian exit condition report documents property condition when a tenant vacates. It is used to compare against the entry report and support any bond deduction claims. Only damage beyond fair wear and tear can be claimed against the bond.
VIC Exit Condition Report Requirements
Key Requirements for the VIC Exit Report
Conduct the final inspection on the day keys are returned
Compare each item against the original entry condition report
Document only damage beyond fair wear and tear
Photograph all damage before any cleaning or repair work starts
Bond deduction claims must be lodged with the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA)
Tenants have 28 days to dispute a bond claim at VCAT
Frequently Asked Questions — VIC Exit Report
Is a VIC exit condition report legally required?
Not explicitly mandated by statute, but it is standard practice and essential to justify bond deductions. Without an exit report, landlords have little evidence to support claims at VCAT.
What is fair wear and tear in Victoria?
Fair wear and tear is the normal deterioration from everyday use — faded paintwork, minor carpet compression, small scuffs. Landlords cannot charge tenants for this under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
How does a landlord claim bond deductions in VIC?
After the tenancy ends, the landlord (or agent) applies to the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA) for part or all of the bond. If the tenant disputes the claim, the matter goes to VCAT. The exit condition report and photos are the primary evidence.
Can VIC tenants dispute bond deductions?
Yes. Tenants have 28 days to apply to VCAT to dispute any bond claim. A well-documented exit condition report with photos — compared clearly against the entry report — is the most effective way to resolve disputes quickly.
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