Rent Increase Notice Queensland
Queensland requires 60 days written notice for rent increases, and increases are capped at one per 12 months per property (since 6 June 2024).
QLD rent-increase rules at a glance
- Minimum notice
- 60 days
- Frequency cap
- Once per 12 months
- Prescribed form
- Recommended: Notice of rent increase template (RTA Queensland)
- Dispute body
- Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)
Statutory source: Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (Qld), s.93
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How QLD rent increases work
Queensland rent increase rules are administered by the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA). The 6 June 2024 reforms moved Queensland from a per-tenancy frequency cap to a per-property one: a new tenant does not reset the clock if the previous tenant was recently increased.
What the notice MUST include
- Tenant name(s) and rental property address
- Current rent and proposed new rent
- Effective date (at least 60 days from service)
- Landlord or agent name and signature
- Date the notice is served
QLD-specific quirks
From 6 June 2024, Queensland rent can only be increased once every 12 months per PROPERTY (not per tenancy). The 12-month gap is measured from the date of the LAST increase, regardless of any change of tenant or landlord.
Fixed-term vs periodic agreements
During a fixed-term agreement, rent can only be increased if the agreement specifies the amount of the increase or a method of calculation. Periodic agreements follow the 60-day notice rule.
Common landlord mistakes in QLD
- Increasing rent in the first 12 months of a tenancy
- Resetting the 12-month clock with a new tenant (no longer permitted post-6 June 2024)
- Failing to provide written notice (verbal increases are not valid)
- Forgetting to factor in postal time when calculating the 60-day notice period
Common questions
Does Queensland still allow rent increases every 6 months?
No - that changed on 6 June 2024. Queensland now caps increases at once per 12 months per property, aligned with most other states.
Is the RTA Queensland form mandatory?
No - using the RTA template is not mandatory in Queensland, but it is recommended. Any written notice with the required content is valid.
What happens if I change tenants - can I reset the rent increase clock?
No. From 6 June 2024 the 12-month gap is measured per property, not per tenancy. If the previous tenant got an increase 9 months ago, the new tenant cannot be increased for another 3 months.
Can tenants challenge an excessive QLD rent increase?
Yes. Tenants can apply to QCAT within 30 days of the notice. QCAT will assess against market rents for comparable Queensland properties.
Can I serve the notice by email in QLD?
Yes - if the tenant has consented to electronic service in writing. SMS is insufficient. Keep proof of delivery.
How long is the first-year freeze in Queensland?
Rent cannot be increased in the first 12 months of a new tenancy. For a 12-month lease, the earliest a periodic-rollover increase can take effect is month 12 + 60 days notice.
General information only. This page summarises QLD rent increase rules at the date of last review. It is not legal advice. For a state-compliant notice that auto-fills your tenant, lease, and QLD RTA rules, use Vestly's notice generator. For complex disputes, contact Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) or a tenancy lawyer.
Verified May 2026. Source: Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA).
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