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WA Apartment Condition Report (Form 1) — Free Template

Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 1987. Updated for 2025.

Quick Answer

A WA apartment condition report (Form 1) covers internal rooms, balcony, and any exclusive-use outdoor space. External walls, common areas, and shared infrastructure are strata company responsibility. Required under the Residential Tenancies Act 1987.

WA Apartment Condition Report Requirements

Form Name
Property Condition Report (Form 1) — Apartment
Who Completes
Property manager or landlord completes first; tenant co-inspects and signs
Timing
Must be completed at the start of tenancy before the tenant takes possession
Tenant Deadline
Tenant must inspect the property and agree on the condition at the start of tenancy
Photos Required
Not legally required, but strongly recommended
State Legislation
Residential Tenancies Act 1987

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Key Requirements for the WA Apartment Report

Use the official WA Form 1 — complete all internal sections applicable to the apartment

Document all internal rooms: kitchen, living area, all bedrooms, bathroom(s), laundry

Include the balcony or courtyard if part of the strata lot — record flooring, balustrades, fixtures

Exclude external walls, common areas, car parks — strata company responsibility

Note any strata assets inside the lot (intercom, fire equipment, embedded network)

Photograph all areas — essential evidence for Magistrates Court bond disputes

Frequently Asked Questions — WA Apartment Report

Does a WA apartment Form 1 cover the balcony?

Yes. A balcony that forms part of the strata lot should be included in the WA Form 1. Document the flooring, balustrades, drainage, any outdoor fixtures, and overall condition. The external wall surface behind the balcony is the strata company's responsibility.

Who is responsible for common area damage in a WA apartment?

Common areas in WA apartment complexes are managed by the strata company and are not included in the tenant's Form 1 condition report. Damage to common areas is handled through strata management, not the residential tenancy bond.

Is the WA Form 1 different for apartments versus houses?

The same Form 1 is used for all property types. For apartments, only internal areas and any exclusive-use outdoor space (balcony, courtyard, storage cage) are completed. External walls, building infrastructure, and common areas are excluded as they are the strata company's responsibility.

Can a WA apartment tenant add disagreements to Form 1?

Yes. After the landlord completes Form 1, the tenant co-inspects and can note any disagreements. Both parties sign. A copy must be given to the tenant. If there are ongoing disputes, they can be submitted as evidence to the Bond Administrator or Magistrates Court.

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