Condition report deadlines in every state and territory
How long renters have to return the signed condition report under each state's tenancy law.
| State / territory | Time to return it | Counted from |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria | 3 business days | after you move in |
| New South Wales | 7 days | after you move in |
| Queensland | 7 days | after you move in, or after you get the report if that is later |
| Western Australia | 7 days | after you get the report (the landlord has 7 days from move-in to give it to you) |
| South Australia | No legislated deadline | Return it as soon as you can, with your comments, so your version is on record from day one. |
| Tasmania | 2 days | after you get the report (given on or the day before you move in) |
| ACT | 2 weeks | after you get the report |
| Northern Territory | 5 business days | after you get the report (the landlord has 3 business days from move-in to give it to you) |
General information only, not legal advice. Last checked October 2026.