$689 (5 penalty units) for every breach
Rental properties cannot be insured without proper Smoke Alarm Compliance according to Queensland’s 2022 legislation for smoke alarms.
Neglecting these standards can also mean facing other penalties. At DC Smoke, we make it easier to cover your compliance and responsibilities as a landlord.
Smoke alarm legislation in Queensland dictates that if these standards aren’t met, that as the property owner, you are responsible. Not your property manager. You can request that your agent (property manager or real estate agent) looks after these compliance obligations for you.
You can also reach out to us directly.
$689 (5 penalty units) for every breach
The tenant can also apply to the Tribunal seeking one or more of certain orders:
The property cannot be insured.
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These rules came into effect from Jan 1, 2022. This marks two years into these updated legislations, however only 60% of rental properties had interconnected smoke alarms installed in 2023. Don’t get caught out.
When you guarantee smoke alarm compliance, you’ll be able to hold onto peace of mind. From not having to manage extra delays or paperwork from the leasing process.
It also means that you’re looking after your tenants and their neighbours. Together, we’re also helping each other contribute to a safer Queensland for everyone.
