August 2025

QLD Smoke Alarm Legislation: Landlord

Queensland Smoke Alarm Legislation: What You Need to Know and Why It Matters Since 1 January 2022, any residential property being rented must have upgraded smoke alarms to ensure the highest level of protection for both tenants and property investments. To comply, your home must have: Photoelectric alarms (AS 3786:2014) Interconnected alarms — if one sounds, they all sound Alarms installed in the correct locations Hard-wired or wireless alarms powered by a non-removable 10-year lithium battery, or a combination of

Who’s Checking the Checker?

Why transparency matters in safety compliance When it comes to mandatory smoke alarm and electrical safety checks under the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA), the legal requirements are clear. The tradespeople who perform these inspections know the standards they must meet. But there’s a critical gap that’s often overlooked: how do landlords, property managers, or tenants know the work has actually been done right? In the absence of clear audit trails, photographic evidence, or a reliable compliance report, you’re left hoping

QLD Smoke Alarm Legislation: Holiday Letting

Queensland Smoke Alarm Legislation: What You Need to Know and Why It Matters By 1 January 2027, all Queensland homes must meet updated smoke alarm legislation. Upgrading your smoke alarms gives your guests the best chance of escaping safely in the event of a fire — even if everyone is asleep behind closed doors. To comply, your home must have: Photoelectric alarms (AS 3786:2014) Interconnected alarms — if one sounds, they all sound Alarms installed in the correct locations Hard-wired

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QLD Smoke Alarm Legislation: Landlord

Who’s Checking the Checker?

QLD Smoke Alarm Legislation: Holiday Letting