It's been almost two years since reforms were made to Victoria’s pets in rentals laws, giving more power to tenants. But has it helped pet owners? akfrost_ HSunRealestate
Since rule changes in March 2020, landlords need approval from the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal to deny tenants from keeping a pet. Picture: Sarah Matray
According to the organisation’s records, 13.2 per cent of animals given up to the RSPCA in 2019 were due to their owners moving property.“This appears to be a promising trend and whilst we have no formal data, it is suggestive that the legislative changes have made a positive impact in helping people to stay with their pets,” Dr Walker said.
Peak advocacy group Tenants Victoria said while the move was a positive step, there were still some teething issues. The lawyer said she had heard of cases where an agreement stipulated conditions such as a property needing to be “flea bombed” when the tenancy finished. According to VCAT records a total of 539 applications relating to the pets legislation have been received since March 1, 2020.A further 262 matters are pending or awaiting a hearing.-Tenants need written permission from their landlords before moving a pet into their homes-Landlords who want to refuse have 14 days to apply for a VCAT order
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