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House rules

The proprietor of a rooming house may make rules about the conduct of the residents. These rules must be in writing [Residential Tenancies Act 1995 (SA) s 105A]. The rooming house proprietor must ensure that the rules are displayed in a prominent place in the premises and provide a copy on request to any resident or prospective resident [s 105D]. A copy need not be provided if previously provided within the previous 2 months.

House rules will only be valid to the extent that they are made for the health and safety of the residents or the safety of property [s 105A]. A rooming house proprietor may amend house rules. Amendments must also be in writing and they do not take effect until each resident of the rooming house has been given 7 days written notice of the change [s 105B].

A resident who believes a house rule is unreasonable may apply to the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal for a declaration confirming this and requiring that the proprietor change the rule. If SACAT finds that the rule is unreasonable, the house rule becomes void. A proprietor who fails to comply with a SACAT order to amend a house rule is guilty of an offence with a maximum penalty of $25,000 (expiation fee $2,000) [s 105C].

House rules  :  Last Revised: Wed Jul 30th 2025
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