Lease Agreements in WA
A guide to Lease Agreements in the state of Western Australia.
Here’s what you need to know about setting up a Lease Agreement in Western Australia (WA)
In Western Australia, all Lease Agreements must be in writing and conform to local laws and regulations. All written tenancy agreements must be done using the Residential tenancy agreement (Form 1AA).
The agreement should include information such as:
- The parties involved (landlord and tenant)
- The address of the property
- Rental amount
- Payment method
- Length of tenancy
- Amenities provided by the landlord (e.g., internet)
- Potential late payment fees
- Utility costs covered by each party
- Permitted occupants
- Other agreed-upon conditions
Property owners may also specify certain conditions in their written agreement that tenants must follow to keep their tenancy going without any disruption.
These conditions may involve matters such as noise nuisances during particular times of day or night or activities that could endanger the safety of the property.
It is important to note that typically any conditions enforced by landlords must be reasonable and not impose an unreasonable burden on tenants.
Why do I need a Lease Agreement?
You need a written lease agreement to avoid potential disputes that could arise between you and your tenant. Without such an agreement, there is no clear understanding of who is responsible for what regarding repairs, rent payments, pet rules and other important issues.
A written lease helps ensure that both parties are on the same page and have a legal document to refer to if any conflicts arise.
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Need a helping hand?
RentBetter allows you to set up Lease Agreements in a way that is both fast and efficient. Though the platform, you can quickly create legally binding leases for your tenants without the time-consuming paperwork and traditional methods.
You simply enter your tenant's details and information about the lease terms and click “Send” to send a. copy directly to your tenant.
If you’ve signed up for a Match, Manage & Maintain or Manage & Maintain account, both you and your tenant can also digitally sign your lease based on the recommended standard lease agreement in your state or territory.
